Can I burn off in my backyard?
No. Burning off on a residential property is banned.
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Fire Inspections - When will they be done?
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Fire Prevention - Can I have extra time to clear my property?
If you require extra time to clear your property you will need to contact the Fire Prevention Department to discuss the matter PRIOR to the expiration of the Fire Prevention Notice. The Fire Prevention Officer will then assess the matter.
You can contact the Fire Prevention Department via email, or telephone on 5272 4494.
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Fire Prevention - Does the City arrange cutting of grass for me?
No the City does not arrange cutting of grass for you.
However you can arrange cutting via a contractor (Refer Yellow Pages/Slashing Contractors).
Please be advised that if you engage a contractor to cut and/or clear your property for you, it remains your responsibility to ensure that the work has been completed satisfactorily prior to the inspection date for the area.
Further, you will also need to diligently monitor regrowth and schedule subsequent cuts as necessary to maintain compliance.
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How do I appeal the Fire Prevention Infringement Notice costs?
If you believe you have received the Fire Prevention Infringement Notice in error, or, there are valid circumstances why you did not comply with the Fire Prevention Notice, you must put your appeal in writing to:
The Ombudsman
City of Greater Geelong
PO Box 104
Geelong Victoria 3220
Alternatively you can lodge an appeal at any of our Customer Service Centres listed below.
- City Hall, 30 Gheringhap Street, Geelong
- 131 Myers Street, Geelong
- 153A Pakington Street, Geelong West
- Belmont Library, 163 High Street
- Corio Shopping Centre
- 18-20 Hancock Street, Drysdale
- Corner of The Avenue and Presidents Avenue, Ocean Grove
You will then receive a written response.
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How do I apply for a Permit to Burn?
You need to complete an Application to Burn to receive a Permit.
You can download the Application to Burn form or, alternatively, you can collect one from any of our Customer Services Centres. You can also contact Customer Service and request a form be faxed or mailed to you.
We require the completed application form five workings days prior to the date you wish to burn.
Once we have received the completed application form one of our Fire Prevention Officers will ring you to arrange a meeting to discuss your needs and to inspect the proposed burn site.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Issuing of Permits to Burn have now ceased until after the Fire Danger Period.
The City of Greater Geelong Fire Prevention Officers will be commencing their Fire Prevention Inspections as at 26 October 2009. As such no further Permits to Burn will be issued.
Any Permits to Burn Applications received after this date will be held over until after the 2009/10 Fire Danger Period.
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How do I find out how much I owe for Fire Prevention fees?
To find out the amount owed for Fire Prevention fees you need to contact our Customer Service on the details below.
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