Driveway portable fire pits are allowed every Friday and Saturday, and no permit is required. Residents must follow the portable driveway fire pit rules listed below. Enjoy your driveway fire pit on City-approved holidays (no matter the day of the week)! 

Driveway Fire Pit Rules

Portable propane or wood burning fire pits are allowed on driveways every Friday and Saturday. The program has recently been extended to include Halloween and other City-approved holidays.

Portable Propane Fire Pits

• Do not require a fire permit for driveway use on Friday, Saturdays, Halloween and City-approved holidays or for backyard use at anytime.

Portable wood burning fire pits

• Driveway Usage: does not require a permit on Friday, Saturdays, Halloween and City-approved holidays.
• Backyard Usage: does require a fire permit for backyard use at all times.
  • Apply for a Residential Fire Permit​​​​​​

It is strongly recommended that residents use a propane fire pit as it does not produce smoke or sparks and it is easier to extinguish. Propane fuelled firepits do not require a fire permit whether used on driveways or in backyards. However, it is required to be used as per the manufacturer's instructions (location and use).

Although a portable driveway wood fuelled firepit does not require a fire permit, it must still comply with the backyard wood fuelled firepit requirements including its location, construction and design, use, and prohibitions.

For more fire pit burning information please visit the St. Albert’s Fire Permits page.

Fire Pit Tips

1. Check to see if there are fire restriction or  ban in place. Prior to burning, visit the City’s fire ban page or albertafirebans.ca.
2. Do not burn on windy, dry days. Fires can easily spread out of control when it is windy and dry. If wind is gusting over 15 km/h, it is recommended to extinguish the fire.
3. Choose the right wood - avoid burning overly green or damp wood. This will reduce the creation of excess smoke.
4. Stack your fire pit wood to promote airflow. This will allow oxygen to move around the logs, instead of smothering them.
5. Always monitor your fire pit. In a matter of minutes, a fire left alone can turn into a damaging fire.
6. Never use gasoline or other flammable or combustible liquids to assist in lighting your fire.
7. Always have supplies nearby to put out a fire (i.e., a hose, bucket of water, or shovel and dirt).
8. Make sure the fire is completely out before leaving the site.

Backyard Fire Pits

Backyard fires are not permitted unless approved by the Fire Chief or their designate.

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