Notice is hereby given that the Amherst Town Council intends to consider a By-law to Amend the Town of Amherst Fires and Burning of Materials By-law C-07.
The purpose of the amendments is to provide additional clarification around the use of recreational outdoor burning appliances fueled by propane or natural gas. This clarification is intended to ensure consistent understanding and application of the by-law’s requirements.
Specific proposed amendments include:
- Clauses 4(g), 4(h), and 4(i) have been relocated under Clause 4(e) as #s 4, 5 and 6 as they pertain specifically to recreational outdoor burning appliances that utilize wood or other combustible materials. This reorganization excludes appliances fueled by propane or natural gas, which are governed under Clause 4(j).
- Clause 4(j) has been renumbered to Clause 4(g) to reflect the structural changes above. Additionally, the reference to the “Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Renewables” has been updated for accuracy. An exception statement has also been added to clarify the applicability of Clause 4(f) in relation to propane and natural gas appliances.
Council intends to give second reading at its next regular meeting scheduled for Monday, October 27, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Copies of the amending by-law may be inspected and/or a copy obtained at the office of the Municipal Clerk, Dominion Public Building, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS during regular business hours.
Natalie LeBlanc
Municipal Clerk
