Open Burning

Open Burning Season

Open Burning permits are available for eligible properties, 1 hectare (2 ½ or more acres) or more in size.

Residents wishing to obtain an Open Burning Permit for properties within the District of Peachland are asked to either email Peachland Fire Rescue or stop by municipal hall, 5806 Beach Ave., during office hours of Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm, closed statutory holidays. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Fire Department at (250) 767-2841

RDCO Website - Open Burning Information

Open Burning is only permitted on residential property that is 1 hectare (2 ½ or more acres) or more in size during the burning season which runs from runs from October to April 30th and is regulated under the District of Peachland Fire & Life Safety Smoke Control 1718 Bylaw.

Before lighting any fire, eligible property owners with a valid permit MUST call the Toll-Free Outdoor Burning Hotline 1-855-262-2876 (BURN).

Both the venting and air quality conditions must be good in order for burning to occur within Central Okanagan fire jurisdictions. This information is also available on the Regional Districts website each day after 8 am.

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