FIRE PERMITS

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

Q. Do I need a burning permit if I am using a fire bowl/chimera/outdoor fire pit?

A. A permit must be acquired for ANY outdoor burning regardless of the location of the fire.

 

Q. Where can I get a burning permit?

A. Permits can be acquired at the Belmont Fire Station located at 14 Gilmanton Rd. Belmont NH.

 

Q. What does it cost for a burning permit?

A. There is no charge for a burning permit

 

Q. Can I get one permit for a whole year?

A. Seasonal permits can be issued for certain types of outdoor fires.  A seasonal permit requires an inspection of the burn      location and can only be issued for category I fires such as fire bowls, camp fires, and cooking fires.  A seasonal permit will not be issued for burning brush piles.

 

Q. Can I get a permit for more than one day?

A. Permit are issued for the day of the burn only and must be acquired on the day you intend to burn.

 

Q. If I am doing everything correct but someone complains about my fire do I have to put it out?

A. If you are following all forestry laws and someone calls to complain about your fire the fire department will respond to your residence to determine if the fire is a nuisance fire.  A nuisance fire is one where the smoke or other by product of combustion is causing a nuisance to other area residents.  Although rare on some occasions you may be asked to extinguish your fire until conditions are such that the nuisance can be greatly reduced. (A change in the weather will normally allow you to continue to burn)