FIRE, FIREWORKS, & BURN PERMITS

In case of fire call 9-1-1. Calais is serviced by East Montpelier and Woodbury Fire Departments.

• Do I need a permit to use fireworks, burn brush, or have a bonfire?
  Yes, in most situations you will need a permit to use fireworks or to burn brush on your property.

Campfire Definition

Act 162 now establishes a statewide definition of a campfire. A campfire is defined as a fire 36 inches in diameter or less that is built in stone arches, outdoor fireplaces, or existing fire rings, or fires 36 inches in diameter or less built in a location that is 200 feet or more from any forestland, or field containing dry grass or other flammable plant materials contiguous to forestland. Per state statute, campfires do not require a Permit to Kindle Fire but may be banned by the FPR Commissioner during periods of elevated fire risk.

Burn Permits

Burn permitting can now be done by contacting the East Montpelier Fire Department:

Fireworks Permits

The town has a Fireworks Ordinance based on state statute that mandates a fireworks permit for any use and discharge of fireworks with Calais. Calais is part of the East Montpelier Fire Department District (EMFD). Their Fire Chief is in charge of the permitting process. An application for a permit must be submitted at least 15 days in advance of the planned fireworks use date. Please start this process by calling the EMFD at 225-6245 or 225-6247 or by contacting the chief directly at Chief@emfd.org or 802-917-3249.