Do I need a permit to install a wood stove in CT?

Whether installing a wood-burning appliance yourself or utilizing a certified professional, a permit and inspection is required by your local Building Department to ensure the installation meets the proper building and fire codes. Read Connecticut Outdoor Wood-Burning Fact Sheet (PDF) for more information.

Do I need a certificate for a wood burning stove?

YES: Simply ask for a copy of the certificate of compliance. This usually has a small cost involved. This will confirm the installation is compliant. If you are still uncomfortable, you can contact a local HETAS installer to inspect the works and advise you.

Is burning unseasoned wood illegal?

Coal and wet – or ‘unseasoned’ – wood are the most polluting fuels you can burn in your stove. Sales of wet wood in small units (less than 2m3) will be phased out from February 2021. Wet wood in volumes greater than 2m3 will also have to be sold with advice on how to dry it before burning.

What is a certified wood stove?

“Certified” means that a wood-burning appliance meets EPA clean air standards. It generates less smoke (fewer particles) than a non-certified stove and uses less wood to create more heat. Only new stoves are certified. Certification takes place when the stove is manufactured.

Can you install wood burner yourself?

Logistically, yes, you can install a wood-burning stove yourself: it’s a fairly straightforward DIY job. But there are a few reasons why we recommend you leave the installation to a professional from a competent person scheme.

How often should a wood burning stove be serviced?

once a year
Servicing is an extremely important part of keeping your wood or multi-fuel stove running safeley and efficiently. All manufacturers state that their appliances should be swept and serviced at least once a year.

Can I still burn my own wood?

Can I Still Burn My Leftover Fuel? Yes, you can still burn any remaining house coal, as well as any leftover wood you own, which you can season yourself before use (more on this below).

What are the regulations for wood burning furnaces in Connecticut?

Outdoor Wood Burning Furnaces (OWFs) constructed, installed, established, or modified after July 8th, 2005 must comply with the provisions of Connecticut General Statute 22a-174k. Owners or operators of an OWF must also comply with Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies Sections 22a-174-18, 22a-174-23 and all applicable local ordinances.

Are there any restrictions on wood burning stoves?

The one most directly affecting the use of wood burning stoves is a reduction to the limits for airborne fine-particle pollutants from 15 micrograms to 12 micrograms per cubic meter of air.

Is there an emission limit for a wood burning fireplace?

Since May 15 th 2020, new lower Step 2 limits are set to 0.15lbs / mmBTU heat output. (0.10lbs /mmBTU output if the boiler is tested using crib wood) Open wood-burning fireplace are not subject to any emission limit by the EPA.

What are the regulations for wood burning appliances in Colorado?

Colorado has a regulation that applies to the sale and installation of wood-burning appliances and the use of certain wood-burning appliances during high pollution days. This and other air quality regulations are on their Air Quality Control Commission regulations website.

What kind of fire clearance do you need for a woodstove?

Some basic rule of thumb fire clearances for woodstoves are shown in the sketch at left. (Click to enlarge the image). Watch out : Check with your local fire marshall about local building code requirements for fire-clearance distances before installing and using a wood stove, coal stove, or other auxiliary heat source.

Are there restrictions on how many wood burning stoves can be sold?

Only pellet stoves, gas stoves, and EPA-certified wood stoves can be sold. Wood-burning limited on days when air pollution approaches unhealthy levels. Limits on the number of wood stoves or fireplaces that can be installed in new residential units.

Are there any restrictions on outdoor wood burning?

All outdoor burning is also prohibited. A Stage 2 Burn Ban prohibits all wood heating, including certified units. All outdoor burning is also prohibited. Yolo-Solano AQMD has initiated “Don’t Light Tonight,” a voluntary program that encourages residents not to use wood stoves and fireplaces when air pollution approaches unhealthy levels.