Households who have a log burner or wood burner face fines up to £300
UK households are being cautioned that they could face fines up to £300 for using a log burner attached to their chimney. Despite the fact that many homes built before the 2000s likely have a chimney, most have not been used in years, with many fireplaces blocked and inaccessible.
These areas dictate the amount of smoke permissible from your chimney. Most of England now falls under these areas, and residents can be fined £300 for excessive chimney smoke, with repeat offenders potentially facing criminal charges. "These rules mean that only some people with a wood-burning stove or open fire will pay a fine for using it. Most modern wood burners available are DEFRA-approved, so many stove owners do not need to worry."
Logs Direct experts have also advised those with log burners to be mindful of how they use them to comply with legislation. They stated: "The thought of lighting a fire in a log burner on colder days is an exciting feeling, especially with how therapeutic it is to hear the crackling wood and watch the dancing flames. Before lighting a fire, it's important to consider whether it's necessary or just desirable in the moment.
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