You need to have a permit to burn family fireworks in the city. The permit fee is $208.50.
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Types of Fireworks
You may only burn “Family Fireworks” in the city, with a permit.
- Acceptable Family Fireworks
- Showers
- Fountains
- Sparklers
- Pinwheels
- Roman candles
- Similar devices
- Unacceptable Fireworks
- Cherry bombs
- Flash crackers
- Firecrackers
- Throw-down torpedoes
- Step-on torpedoes
- Smoke bombs
- Table rockets
- Similar devices
Precaution
If you set off family fireworks, you must:
- Have a fully operational fire extinguisher ready for use.
- Secure the fireworks in a stable base, like a bucket of sand
- Use a butane BBQ lighter or ignition stick
- Dispose defective fireworks according to the manufacturer’s instructions
- Dispose used fireworks according to the manufacturer’s instructions, or soak them in water overnight
- Use fireworks approve by the Explosives Act for sale or use in Canada
- Keep spectators a safe distance away from the fireworks
- Never leave fireworks unattended
You need to have a permit to burn an open fire in the city. You must also notify the Fire Department on the day that you burn. The permit fee is $208.50.
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Time Restrictions
The City of Markham allows open fires during specific dates and times.
Location Restrictions
Burning permits are not issued for locations South of 17th Avenue and West of 10th Line (Reesor Road). This is true even if the by-law conditions are met. In these locations:
- Recreational burning (corn roast, marshmallow roast, etc.) may be permitted if all by-law conditions are met.
- Burning construction/demolition materials is not permitted.
- Burning vegetation from the site (tree clippings, small shrubs, etc.) is permitted at the discretion of the Fire Prevention Officer.
- Chimneys, outdoor furnaces, etc. for recreational purposes is permitted if all by-law conditions are met.
Material Restrictions
Only these materials may be burned:
- Clean wood, brush, or vegetation
- Material cannot exceed 1.5 square metres in area
Precautions
You must have equipment and resources nearby:
- Rakes
- Shovels
- On-site water
- People to help control the fire
Contact Information
For more information, contact Markham Fire & Emergency Services at 905.415.7521
Parking by-law 2005-188 requires an application form for a Fire Access Route. The processing fee is $208.50 plus HST (Fee by-law 2008-122).
How to Submit an Application
To apply for a Fire Access Route:
- Complete the Fire Access Route Application Form
- Make payment of $208.50 plus HST
- Provide a drawing of the site plan
- Submit these items to:
Markham Fire & Emergency Services
101 Town Centre Boulevard
Markham, Ontario, L3R 9W3
What Happens Next
We will return a copy of the fire route plan to the property owner. We will also provide a list of sign suppliers and sign guidelines.
A final site inspection of the Fire Access Route construction and signage is required before sign-off and enforcement begins.
Application Materials
Download these application forms and information pieces:
Contact Information
For more information, contact Senior Fire Prevention Officer Jason Scovell at 905.477.7000 extension 3420.
Residents and business owners in the City of Markham can ask for a fire code inspection. You can also ask for a fire code file search.
- The fee for a full inspection is $ 207.50 plus HST.
- The fee for a file search is $135.50 plus HST.
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Most buildings require a fire safety plan. It is Ontario law (Ontario Fire Code Division B, Section 2.8).
A fire safety plan helps protect residents from fire. It ensures that safety systems, equipment, and procedures are ready for use. The plan is unique to each building. Plans should be reviewed when there are changes in the use or features of the building.
If your building is larger or complex, you should hire a consultant to help you prepare the fire safety plan.
Submit Drawings
You will need to send us a fire safety plan, a site plan, and a floor plan. You can send these in two ways:
Remember:
- Include the building address for the plans
- Include your contact information
- Name all of your files with the street address of the business. For example: “101 Town Centre Blvd.doc”, “101 Town Centre Blvd Site Plan.tif”, “101 Town Centre Blvd Floor Plan.jpg”.
Contact Information
Fire Prevention Division
Markham Fire & Emergency Services
905.477.7000 extension 2210
jscovell@markham.ca
There may be the existence of two dwelling units often referred to as a basement apartment within your home. It is your responsibility as the owner, to comply with the Ontario Fire Code (“Code”), the Ontario Building Code and City of Markham By-Laws as applicable. The information included in the document "Owners' Guide to Two Dwelling Units in Your Home" provides you with resources so that you will be able to legalize your two dwelling unit home and achieve code compliance.
Contact Information
Fire Prevention Division
Markham Fire & Emergency Services
905.477.7000 extension 2210
gmacris@markham.ca
