Fires
Fire permits
All fire permitting and notification about location and seasonal restrictions is managed by Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ). To find out more you can contact Fire and Emergency New Zealand.
What should I do if my neighbour’s fire is causing a nuisance?
- For outdoor fires lit during a restricted fire season or if you have concerns over safety, phone FENZ 0800 658 628
- For outdoor fires where the smoke is either toxic or is causing a nuisance, phone Horizons Regional Council Pollution Hotline 0508 800 800
- For indoor fires where the smoke is toxic or causing a nuisance, phone Council 06 323 0000
- For any out of control fire, phone 111 immediately - anything which could cause loss of life, serious injury or loss of property is a fire emergency.