Burning off permit application

Use this form to apply for a permit to burn off in Maroondah. Burning without a permit can lead to a fine of up to $2000.

For more information, see Burning off in Maroondah.

Fees and charges

Fee type Fee
Application fee $237

Conditions of permit

If your permit is approved, you must follow these conditions.

At least 24 hours before the burn

  • notify your local fire brigade
  • notify your neighbours
  • report your burn day to Council

During the burn

  • complete the burn between 10am and 3pm on the approved date on your permit
  • make sure the material is dry
  • stay with the fire at all times
  • keep water available on site at all times

Apply

By email, in person or by mail

Step 1.Eligibility

You can apply for a permit if your property is more than 10,000 square metres (1 hectare).

A permit may be issued if all of the following apply:

  • there is no practical alternative to burning (cost is not considered)
  • the fire can be managed safely
  • the material to be burned does not include rubber, plastic, oil, paint, chemicals, food scraps or green waste that could cause a nuisance
  • the material to be burned is not from building or demolition works

Step 2.Download form

Burning off permit application(DOC, 100KB)

Burning off permit application(PDF, 214KB)

Application fee: $237

Step 3.Submit application

Step 4.Inspection

A Local Laws Officer will inspect your property.

Step 5.Permit issued

If your application is approved, your permit will be issued within 10 days of the inspection.

Contact us

Phone

1300 88 22 33

Alternative phone

(03) 9298 4598

Email

maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au

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