The Town of East Gwillimbury (EG) requires anyone having an open-air fire to obtain a Fire Permit.
A Fire Permit costs $39.70 (for the year, not per fire) as of January 1, 2022.
Fire Permits are available at the Civic Centre, 19000 Leslie Street, Sharon, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. Payment can be made by cash, debit or credit card or cheque made payable to the Town of East Gwillimbury.
Fire permits are still available for purchase during the closure of EG facilities. To obtain a fire permit follow these steps:
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If you rent your property and want to buy a Fire Permit, you must have the Fire Permit signed by the property owner or attach a dated letter of approval from the owner of the property.
Fires burned in chimineas (free-standing fireplaces popular for backyard entertainment), are classified under the Ontario Fire Code as open fires. which means you need a permit from the Town. Anyone burning in a barrel or other approved container must also have a Fire Permit.
To report a non-emergency burning concern, please contact Richmond Hill Fire Non-Emergency/ Dispatch Centre at 905-883-5450 ext. 5.
If you wish to have an oversized or special fire the cost is $197.20 to $575.90 per burn depending on the size and situation. Complete the Fire Permit Application and indicate it is for an oversized burn. This permit requires an inspection for approval by the Fire Department.
Obtaining authorization to have an open-air fire does not relieve an owner from their obligation to follow the Environmental Protection Act of Ontario. While burning, it is your obligation to ensure that smoke and odor does not interfere with the ability of neighbours to enjoy their property or conduct their business. Watch where your smoke travels and do not burn when there are smog alerts, foggy conditions or wind that will carry your smoke in a direction that will disrupt nearby roadways or properties.
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