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Fire Hazard Inspections

Fire prevention is everyone's responsibility and now is the time to get fire ready.

Our fire prevention inspectors check properties across the Yarra Ranges in the lead up to and during the fire danger period.

If your property is deemed a risk, you will receive a fire prevention notice. To find out more about fire prevention notices, read our FAQ's page.

If you do not clean up, you will face penalties including:

All contractor costs, plus
Administration costs of $244.50, plus
A fine of $1,974

Fire hazard inspection process

Outlines the process for what happens when a fire hazard inspection notice is issued.

Fire prevention notices FAQ's

The Yarra Ranges is one of the most bushfire prone areas in the world. We issue Fire Prevention Notices to reduce fire risks. Find out more about Fire Prevention Notices.

Fire prevention contractors

Contact information for private operators in Yarra Ranges who have expressed an interest in providing fuel reduction works on private property.