Fraser Valley – Spring Burn season is consistent throughout the Fraser Valley although the cost of burning permits are different. As always – the Spring Burn is March 1 to April 30.
Traditionally the burning is to remove winter growth, weeds and generally clean up organic growth although composting is encouraged before any burn.
In Abbotsford a permit is $50 while in Chilliwack it’s $35.
From the City of Abbotsford website: Open burning is not permitted in urban areas at any time of the year and all open burning in rural areas requires a permit. Open burning permits will be issued during designated burning seasons, (Spring season, March 1 – April 30, and Fall season, October 1 – November 30), and any burning outside of these designated seasons is not permitted. Prior to applying for the seasonal permit, please review Part 5 Division 2 of the Fire Service Bylaw, 3055-2020, and Open Burning Regulation & Guidelines. A permit fee of $50 CDN is due at the time of purchase.
From the City of Chilliwack : There are some restrictions on open burning. You must read over the requirements of the updated Open Burning Bylaw, and correctly answer a set of related questions prior to receiving your burning permit. You must be the property owner to apply for a burning permit. If you are a renter, please apply in-person at City Hall and supply a consent form signed by the property owner.
