Burning permit application

Before lighting a fire…
check your obligations

At any time of the year, you MUST apply for a burning permit whenever you wish

  • to have an outdoor fire
  • or use fireworks.

All outdoor fires and fireworks without a permit are subject to a fine.

You cannot ask for a permit or make any kind of outdoor fire (open fire, fire with spark arrestors, firework, etc.) if the SOPFEU fire danger index is yellow, orange or red (check below).

Do you know the differences between a fire in an outdoor fireplace and an open-air fire? Check the applicable rules.

How does it work?

The Fire Safety Department does not issue a physical document: permit requests are recorded internally.

If your request complies with current regulations, it is considered a valid permit.

This system applies within the municipalities of Sutton and Abercorn.

The permit is free of charge but mandatory, even in winter.

How to Submit a Request

Your request must be submitted at least 24 hours before the planned burning.

Three Ways to Submit a Request:

  • Online (recommended) — using the form below
  • By phone: 450-538-2290
  • In person at Town Hall reception during business hours

The permit is free of charge.

Conditions to Be Met

Before any fire:

  • Check the SOPFEU fire danger index
Note : en hiver, l’indice n’est pas publié. Le brûlage reste permis si la demande a été faite et que les règles sont respectées.

In winter, the index is not published. Burning is still permitted if a request has been submitted and the rules are followed.

  • Completely extinguish the fire at nightfall
  • Always keep the fire under supervision
  • Have appropriate equipment on hand to control the fire (hoses, tools, etc.)

The Fire Safety Department may refuse or suspend a permit at any time if conditions are deemed unsafe (strong winds, drought, etc.).

No permits are issued when the fire danger index is yellow, orange, or red (that is, high, very high, or extreme).

Consult SOPFEU’s fire prevention tips
Before lighting a fire or using fireworks, make sure to:
If you are in Sutton

See:

  • The Town of Sutton Bylaw No. 232, entitled “Fire Safety By-law”(in French only);
  • The Town of Sutton By-law No. 232-5-2025, entitled “By-law amending Fire Safety Bylaw No. 232 to regulate the use of pyrotechnic devices” (in French only).
Fire Safety By-law
If you are in Abercorn

Consult pages 20 to 22 of By-law No. 309-14 entitled “Fire Safety By-law” of the Village of Abercorn.

Fire Safety By-law
Si vous avez besoin d'aide pour remplir le formulaire, contactez l'Hôtel de Ville au 450 538-2290, option 7.

If you need help filling out the form, contact Town Hall at 450-538-2290, option 7.

Burning Permit Request – Online Form

Before applying for a permit, check the SOPFEU fire danger index above: you cannot build a fire or apply for a permit if the index is YELLOW, ORANGE, or RED!

"*" indicates required fields

Identification of the applicant

Full name*
Phone number of the person responsible who is on the site of the fire
Required for confirmation of permit

Identification of the site in question in the application

Address*
The permit is valid for a maximum period of 24 hours.
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Type of fire*
Nearby fire extinguishing method to be used*

Applicant's declaration and signature

Applicant’s signature*
Responsibility 1*
Responsibility 2*