6.3.6 Domestic Solid Fuel Burning Appliances (Wood Fired Heaters)

Objectives  

  1. To allow for Domestic Solid Fuel Burning Appliances (Wood Fired Heaters) that are installed appropriately and will not have an adverse impact on air quality or the amenity of the surrounding residential neighbourhood.

Controls    

  1. Must be installed in accordance with the Building Code of Australia and the relevant Australian Standards (includes 4 grams per kilogram of fuel burnt)

Note: Heaters with a 1gram per kilogram emissions rate or less and an efficiency rating of 65% or greater are preferred as they have a lower impact on air quality.