| The Town, being an incorporated
municipality, falls under the direction of the Department of Environment
and Local Government (DOE & LG) and, therefore, is compelled to comply
with Regulation #97-133 under the Air Quality Act.
On November 1, 2002 the
DOE & LG announced changes that are now in effect for Open Fire Burning.
Persons wishing to burn brush in the Town of Grand Bay-Westfield no
longer require a Burning Permit from the DOE & LG in Saint John
or from the Volunteer Fire Department.
Campfire type fires are
permitted all year round. The size of this fire is up to a maximum
of 24” in diameter. These fires are intended to be used for cooking
and heating. They are not intended for clearing brush.
When considering burning
brush there are conditions, which must be complied with:
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only clear dry wood can be
burned;
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construction materials of any
kind and refuse cannot be burned;
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there is a set back requirement
of 150 meters (500ft); this means that if you are within 500 ft.
of a neighboring dwelling you are not permitted to burn;
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you cannot burn when weather
conditions will prevent the dispersion of smoke; the ideal time is a clear
sunny day with no winds;
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you must stay with the fire
at all times.
Any persons meeting the conditions
associated with Open Burning are encouraged to come to the Volunteer Fire
Department or Town Office to acquire a copy of the Province of New Brunswick’s
Policy on Open Burning. This will provide you with the information
required to be in compliance with the new policy.
Thank you for your co-operation.
Dan McCoy
Fire Chief
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