Fire Permits

Lighting fires on your property is regulated under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990 (The Act) which is the principal legislation for fire prevention and fire protection in Queensland. The Act provides the authorisation for the use of fire throughout the state.

A Permit to light fire is required for most fires throughout the year. You must obtain a Permit to Light Fire from your local Fire Warden to use fire on your land. There are significant liabilities and penalties for failing to obtain a permit or for failing to comply with permit conditions. You can find your local Fire Warden by using the Fire Warden Finder on the Queensland Fire Department (QFD) website at www.fire.qld.gov.au/safety-education/using-fire-outdoors/lighting-fires-in-queensland or by contacting the local RFSQ Area Office.

For further information visit:

• Follow this link for all information relating to Rural Fire Service Queensland (RFSQ).
• Go to Queensland Fire Department for all other information