(A) Definition. For the purpose of this section, the following definition shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
OUTDOOR HYDRONIC HEATER. A fuel burning device designed to:
(a) Burn wood or other approved solid fuels;
(b) That the manufacturer specifies for outdoor installation or installation in structures not normally occupied by humans (e.g., garages); and
(c) Heats building space and/or water via the distribution, typically through pipes, of a fluid heated in the device, typically water or a water/antifreeze mixture.
(B) Prohibition. No person shall have installed, install, use or permit the use of an outdoor hydronic heater after the effective date of this section unless it has been certified to meet a particulate emission limit of 0.32 lb/MMBtu heat output. In addition, within each of the burn rate categories, no individual test shall exceed 15 grams per hour.
(C) Exemption. Outdoor hydronic heaters installed or operating prior to the effective date of this section shall be exempted from this prohibition so long as the following criteria are met:
(1) Documentation is available to verify the date of installation;
(2) Complies with all applicable laws:
(3) Does not create a public nuisance as defined in Chapter 93;
(4) Is installed in compliance with the municipal codes pertaining to the installation of any primary heating source;
(5) Is installed and operated in compliance with manufacturer’s specifications; and
(6) Uses only dry seasoned wood. No other materials may be burned.
(Ord. 0703, passed 9-10-07) Penalty, see § 97.99