CHAPTER 10
OUTDOOR WOOD BURNING FURNACES

SECTION:

7-10-1:      Purpose

7-10-2:      Definitions

7-10-3:      Construction and Operation Prohibited

7-10-4:      Penalties

7-10-5:      Existing Outdoor Furnaces – Non-Conforming Use

7-10-6:      Enforcement

7-10-1: PURPOSE:

It is generally recognized that the types of fuel used, and the scale and duration of burning by outdoor wood burning furnaces, creates noxious and hazardous smoke, soot, fumes, odors and air pollution, can be detrimental to citizens health, safety and welfare and can deprive neighboring residents of enjoyment of their property or premises. With the adoption of this chapter, it is the intention of the city of Flora to establish and impose restrictions upon the construction and operation of outdoor wood burning furnaces within the city limits. (Ord. 11-2435, 6-20-2011)

7-10-2: DEFINITIONS:

As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated:

 

OUTDOOR WOOD BURNING FURNACE:	An accessory structure, designed and intended, through the burning of wood, for the purpose of heating the principal structure or any other site, building or structure on the premises.
VIOLATOR OR ANY PERSON WHO VIOLATES ANY PROVISION OF THIS CHAPTER:	Any person who owns or occupies the property at the time the outdoor wood burning furnace has been installed and/or operated.

 

(Ord. 11-2435, 6-20-2011)