Application for Open Air Burning Permit Checklist

What Is the size of the property ?

Does the property abut a Natural Reserve?

Is the Property in a high fire risk area ?

Is it acceptable and practical to remove the vegetation another way?

Is there a water supply within 20 Meters of the burn pile

Is there a minimum 3 Meter fire break around the burn pile?

How close is the nearest building to the burn pile?

Will the applicant reduce the pile size to meet permit conditions ?

Will the smoke directly impact neighbours?

Is there a health care facility within a 500 meter radius of the property?
(Nursing Home / Hospital)

Is the applicant aware of all the permit conditions?

Does the Applicant accept all permit conditions?

Does Applicant accept that neighbours will be given the chance to object to the application within 14 day?

Does the applicant consent to an objection card being placed in neighbours letter boxes?

Is the permit approved ?