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• Fire Department Fees and Charges
• Fire Permits
• Fire Pits, Outdoor Fireplaces and Stationary Barbeques

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No fence or screen or wall shall be constructed on any land within the City unless a building permit to erect such structure is first obtained from the City Building Inspection Department.

1. No fence or wall in a single family, multiple family or mobile home district shall be:-
   1. higher than 1.80 m in side yards and rear yards, to be measured as the average elevation from the ground at the fence or wall, unless the rear yard contains an outdoor swimming pool. In which case a maximum height of 2.4 m shall apply;
   2. higher than 1 m in front yards;
   3. of wire (chainlink permitted).
   4. in contravention to Camrose Traffic By-Law #1352.
2. In the case of Highway Commercial, landscaping shall be provided and maintained to the satisfaction of the Development Officer.
3. Drive-in food outlets may be required to construct a 1.20 m high metal mesh fence on side yards and front yards. Rear yards shall have a fence constructed of boards 1.80 m in height.
4. Service Station - rear yards shall be fenced to a height of 1.80 m.

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By-Law #1970/95

Fire permits are required for Fireworks storage, resale and Fireworks displays. For information concerning Permits and By-Laws concerning who may sell or purchase and who may set off any Fireworks within the City of Camrose limits, please contact

By-Law #1970/95

Where the City of Camrose Fire Department has taken an action whatsoever for the purpose of extinguishing a fire or responding to a fire call or incident within the City or for the purpose of preserving life or property from injury or destruction by fire or other incidents on land within the City, including such actions taken by the Camrose Fire Department on a false alarm. The Fire Department may, in respect of any costs incurred in taking such action, charge any costs so incurred to the person who caused the fire or the owner or occupant of the land in respect of which the action was taken.

The following fees and charges apply within the City of Camrose:

• Response to Fire Calls
• Response to Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Response to Rescue
• Response to Dangerous Goods Incidents
• Response to Ambulance Assistance
• Response to False Alarms - 1st incident - Warning
• Response to False Alarms - 2nd incident - Charge
• Use of "Jaws of Life" Extrication tool
• Requested Fire Inspections and Occupant Loads
• Fire Investigations

By-Law #1970/95

No person shall permit an open fire, nor burn, suffer allow or permit the burning of refuse or waster, within the City of Camrose without a valid Fire Permit issued.

1. Fire permit - burning
2. Fire permit - construction (i.e. fire pits)
3. Fireworks storage and resale permits
4. Fireworks display permit
5. Petroleum storage tank removal/installation permit

(Including Chimineas and Portable Fire Pits)

By-Law #1970/95

1. Permits are required for all Fire Pits, Outdoor Fireplaces and Stationary barbeques.
   
   
2. No permits are required for portable barbeques which are operated by liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas or compressed briquettes or charcoal when used for the purpose of cooking or obtaining warmth, provided the appliances are used on the property of the resident or in a public area at a location approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
   
   
3. Fire Pits, outdoor fireplaces and stationary barbeques shall meet the following requirements:
   • A minimum of 3 meters(10 feet) clearance shall be maintained from all buildings, property lines and combustible materials or as approved by the authority having jurisdiction.
   • Installations shall have a surface or cooking area not exceeding 61 centimeters (24") in diameter, enclosed sides shall not exceed 46 centimeters (18") above the ground level and shall be constructed of bricks, concrete blocks, heavy gauge metal, or other suitable non-combustible components as approved by the Authority having jurisdiction.
   • A spark arrestor mesh screen of 1.3 centimeters (1/2") expanded metal (or equivalent) to contain sparks shall be provided over the fire at all times.
   • Only clean fuel shall be used (clean, dry wood or charcoal). Refuse or waste matter shall not be burned.
   • The user of such installations shall ensure that smoke or sparks do not create a nuisance or hazard to neighbors or other properties.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fire Pits, Outdoor Fireplaces and Stationary Barbeques:

Q.	If I have a fire pit or an outdoor fireplace (Chimineas and portable fire pits), do I need a permit?
A.	Yes, permits are required for all fire pits, outdoor fireplaces (Chimineas, portable) and stationary barbeques.
Q.	If I have purchased a home with a fire pit in place, do I need to obtain a permit?
A.	Yes, the permit is issued to the user. It is also a good idea to ensure that the fire pit is in compliance with the fire bylaw.
Q.	What is an acceptable requirement for a fire pit?
A.	Defined by bylaw #1970/95 is at least 3 meters (10 feet) from buildings, combustible materials and property lines. Does not exceed 46 cm (18 inches) in height Does not exceed 61 cm (24 inches) in diameter Has enclosed sides made from bricks, concrete blocks or heavy-gauge metal Has a spark arrestor mesh screen no larger than 1.3cm (1/2 inches) openings.
Q.	How do I obtain a fire permit?
A.	Contact the Camrose Fire Department at 672-2906 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. The fire pit construction permit involves: Initial Gas line and Utilities locate Site inspection prior to construction Final inspection when construction is complete If you have an existing fire pit, one inspection may only be required depending on the condition of the fire pit. Follow-up may be required.
Q.	What can I burn in the fire pit?
A.	Only clean fuel shall be used (clean, dry wood or charcoal). Refuse or waste matter shall not be burned.
Q.	What are my responsiblities while use of a fire pit?
A.	The use of such installations shall ensure that smoke or sparks do not create a nuisance or hazard to neighbors or other properties: Shall have the spark arrestor mesh screen on the fire pit while burning. Should not leave the fire pit burning unattended.
Q.	Is there a fee for a permit?
A.	Yes, one time fee to monitor types of construction and location of fire pits. If you require a permit or have any questions contact the Camrose Fire Department at 672-2906.
Q.	What are the penalties for not complying with the Bylaw?
A.	Guilty of an infraction of this Bylaw, and upon summary conviction is liable to imprisonment for a term of not more than (6) months or to a fine or not less than $500.00 nor more than $10,000.00, or both fine and imprisonment, with the possible addition of the cost of fire response.

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