Firepits (Outdoor wood burning appliances)
What am I allowed to have for a firepit within city limits?
Referencing City By-Law 78 – Individuals may use and operate an outdoor wood burning appliance upon their property, but it has to meet the following conditions and restrictions;
- Must be constructed of metal or cement and must be approved by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
- You can only burn dry seasoned firewood.
- It can not be placed on a wood deck or other combustible platform or be used within 3 meters of any combustible materials, such as trees, houses, and decks.
- Always make sure to have a sufficient water source nearby to extinguish the fire.
- Monitor the New Brunswick Forest Fire Index and never lite an outdoor fire when our region has a No Burn restriction.
NEVER lite an outdoor fire when our region has a No Burn restriction. Click Here for New Brunswick Forest Fire Watch
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