Hamilton By-law 02-283, s. 8 — Equipment capable of extinguishing the fire at any time conditions warrant is to be on site at all times burning is carried out. (ie
Open Air Burning By-law
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Equipment capable of extinguishing the fire at any time conditions warrant is to be on site at all times burning is carried out. (ie:
- portable fire extinguishers, garden hose, portable pump and hose, bobcat etc.)
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- 6 With the exception of recreational campfires and outdoor fireplaces, open air burning within 30m of any building or other combustible material shall not be permitted. Recreational campfires and outdoor fireplaces must have a minimum 3m clearance to any building or combustible material
- 7 Only the burning of clean wood and brush is permitted. As an alternative, it is recommended that wood and brush be disposed of in accordance with the City’s Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Program - details included in Permit Package
- 9 The permit holder must contact The Ministry of the Environment, (905) 521-7640, and comply with the Environmental Protection Act
- 10 Open air burning shall not be carried out on Smog Alert days as declared by the City of Hamilton. Smog Alert days are declared when the Air Quality Index is expected to reach 50, a level that can impact the health of citizens. Citizens should call the City of Hamilton at (905) 546-CITY for information pertaining to days designated as Smog Alert days. Information can also be obtained by calling the Ontario Ministry of the Environment Air Quality Index Reporting System at 1-800-387-7768
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