Open-Air Burning Permit

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Type Permit or Licence
Purpose Recreational backyard fires are allowed in Midland provided the resident first purchases an Open-Air Burn Permit and follows the Open-Air Burning By-law.
Keywords fire campfire

Recreational backyard fires are allowed in Midland provided the resident first purchases an Open-Air Burning Permit and follows the Open-Air Burning By-law. Permits are valid from the date of purchase until December 31 of that given year. Permits must be visible from the road when you have a backyard fire.

Always confirm the current fire danger rating before burning.

Only the property owner or agent shall apply for a burning permit. Open Air Burning Permits will only be issued to property owners. If the resident is not the property owner, a written authorization from the property owner is required.