Residents can legally burn a garden refuse pile without a fire permit during the restricted burning periods between 1 April and 31 May and between 1 October and 30 November each year as per section 24F(3) of the Bush Fires Act 1954, subject to the following:

• The fire can only be lit between 6pm and 11pm and is to be completely extinguished by midnight

• At least one person stays with the fire until it is completely extinguished by the application of water or earth

• There is no material within five (5) metres of the fire at any time while the fire is burning

• The pile must be no more than 1 cubic metre (1m x 1m x 1m)

• Only one pile to be burnt at any time

• There is a means of extinguishing the fire available at all times such as a garden hose, knapsack spray or fire unit

• Neighbours are informed of your intention to burn

• You register your burn with the DFES Communication Centre on 9395 9209

• The burning restrictions stated in the City of Armadale Environment, Animals and Nuisance Local Laws 2002  

  are adhered to at all times

Please Note: The restricted burning periods may vary subject to seasonal weather conditions. Please refer to the website banner for any alerts

City of Armadale Environment, Animals and Nuisance Local Laws 2002
In accordance with the City of Armadale Environment, Animals and Nuisance Local Laws 2002 the following points need to be observed:

• There is to be no burning on a Sunday or Public Holiday

• Burning is not permitted on properties less than 1,200m2 

• The smoke must not cause a nuisance to any person

• The smoke must not create a traffic hazard

• Furnishings, carpets, rubber, plastic, non timber based building materials, petroleum, paint, food waste, manure or straw and other offensive or toxic matter are not to be burned

Garden refuse may be burnt without a permit during the burning unrestricted period between 1 June and 30 September each year. The burning restrictions stated in the City of Armadale Environment, Animals and Nuisance Local Laws 2002 are to be adhered to at all times. 

City of Armadale Environment, Animals and Nuisance Local Laws 2002
In accordance with the City of Armadale Environment, Animals and Nuisance Local Laws 2002 the following points need to be observed:

• There is to be no burning on a Sunday or Public Holiday

• Burning is not permitted on properties less than 1,200m2 

• The smoke must not cause a nuisance to any person

• The smoke must not create a traffic hazard

• Furnishings, carpets, rubber, plastic, non timber based building materials, petroleum, paint, food waste, manure or straw and other offensive or toxic matter are not to be burned

The burning of garden refuse in an incinerator or on the ground is prohibited on all land within the district during the prohibited burning time.

The lighting of camping or cooking fires is also prohibited on all land during the Prohibited Burning Time. Please see Barbeques, Pizza Ovens, Smokers and Fire Pitsor further information.

Permits are issued from the City's Administration on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 3 to 4pm. Fire permits can also be applied for online via the online application form. 

Note: Burning is not permitted on Sundays or Public Holidays. 

Burning permits are required if you are going to burn any trees, bush, or garden refuse during the restricted burning periods from 1 October to 30 November and again from 1 April through to 31 May. 

A permit to burn is totally free!

The City only issues a permit to burn for a 14 days period. 

The fire must be out by 11pm and fully extinguished by midnight. Please be mindful of your neighbours when conducting your burn in the early morning and late evening. 

The Prohibited Burning Period is between the 1st December and the 31st March each year. This means all open fires, including solid fueled BBQs, pizza ovens and chimeneas that are used for the purposes of camping and cooking, however this prohibition does not apply to gas appliances that do not consume solid fuel comprising of a fire, the flame of which is encapsulated by the appliance. 

Under the permit condition you are required to contact the Department of Fire and Emergency Services and your neighbours before starting your burn. 

Undertaking a planned burn is a significant responsibility and involves a lot of preparation. In the wrong conditions, planned burns can escape and become a bushfire. The Department of Fire and Emergency Services has developed Burn SMART resources targeted at small landholders with a property of two hectares or less. 

Please visit the planned-burning for valuable tips and resources.

The Local Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades are available to help conduct a safe planned burn at your property. This service enables landowners to mitigate bush fire risks by utilising the knowledge and skills of trained volunteers.  If you would like to contact a Brigade for assistance please email us.