Fire hydrants regulations are found in section 41 of the
Water Utility Bylaw 40M2006. This is an overview of these regulations. Please refer to the actual bylaw for more detailed information. Original copies of the bylaw are available at the City Clerk's office.
Overview of the Water Utility Bylaw
To help ensure community safety, the Calgary Fire Department needs unhindered access to fire hydrants located on or adjacent to your property. Obstructions such as hedges, shrubs, trees, fences and the accumulation of materials are not permitted near the hydrant. A two (2) meter clearance must be maintained on each side of a fire hydrant and a one (1) meter clearance must be maintained on the side of a fire hydrant farthest from the street. Nothing may be erected and only grass may be planted in this clearance area.
Fines for violations of these regulations range between $100 and $250. Filing a complaint
To report a bylaw violation please choose one of the following options:
