Title
Bylaw 2025-04 - Amendment to Fire Services Bylaw 2023-17
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2025-04 receive first reading.
2. That a public hearing be scheduled on March 11, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Parkland County Centre, Council Chambers to hear public comment on Bylaw 2025-04.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
To support effective application of the bylaw.
Summary
The proposed changes to sections 39 and 52 of the Parkland County Fire Bylaw aim to clarify the responsibilities and accountabilities of individuals during fire bans and in the use of fireworks, aligning these provisions with other Parkland County bylaws that similarly identify Person, Occupant, or Owner as responsible parties.
The revised wording introduces Occupant and Owner alongside Person to ensure accountability reflects the realities of property and resource management. These additions ensure consistency with other Parkland County bylaws, such as those governing noise control, land use, and waste management, which similarly assign responsibilities to Persons, Occupants, and Owners.
1. Clarity of Responsibility
The addition of Occupant and Owner ensures that individuals residing on or controlling a property are explicitly included in compliance requirements. This is crucial in scenarios where an Owner may not directly light a fire or discharge fireworks but is responsible for allowing or enabling such actions on their property.
2. Consistency Across Bylaws
Many existing Parkland County bylaws refer to Persons, Occupants, and Owners as parties responsible for adherence. Aligning the fire bylaw with this framework avoids ambiguity and ensures consistent enforcement across various regulatory domains.
3. Enhanced Public Safety
By broadening accountability, the revised sections emphasize proactive compliance. This includes the obligation to extinguish fires or cease fireworks discharge promptly when a fire ban is enacted, reducing fire risks ...
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