Resources

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State and Local Ordinances

Examples of Outdoor Furnace Codes - provides samples of local codes for municipalities, including information like setback restrictions, stack locations, and restrictions on types of fuel
NESCAUM Model Rule - model rule that state and local agencies can use to regulate outdoor wood-fired hydronic heater emissions
Michigan's Model Ordinance for Outdoor and Open Burning (PDF) (21pp, 306K) - contains provisions and optional provisions that Michigan municipalities can "pick and choose" from
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources' Model Ordinance - contains suggestions and options for local governments to regulate open burning at the local level

Web Links

Canada's Burn it Smart Campaign - easy tips for wood fire safety and tips to cut air pollution
Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM) - nonprofit association providing scientific, technical, analytical, and policy support to the air quality programs of the eight Northeast states (CT, ME, MA, NH, NJ, NY, RI, and VT)
EPA's Particle Pollution Web site - basic information about particle pollution, as well as regulatory actions, trends and research
Great American Woodstove Changeout - information on selecting a cleaner burning woodstove, including tips on wood burning safety
Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association (HPBA) - association Web site for outdoor wood heaters, woodstoves and other related industries
State Air Agency Contacts - state and local contact information

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