No Other Adequate Source of Heat

What if Burning Wood is the Only Way I Can Heat My Home?

In some cases, using a wood burning device may be the only way to adequately heat your home. If you believe this is true for your home, you may apply for “no other adequate source of heat” exemption through our agency.

You must apply and be approved for this exemption before using your wood burning device during an air quality burn ban.

Download the Application Form (PDF)

  1. What does "adequate source of heat" mean?
  2. But how do you know if my wood stove or pellet stove is my only adequate source of heat?
  3. What if I haven’t applied for a "no other adequate source of heat" exemption from the Agency and I’ve received a Notice of Violation (NOV)?
  4. What if I rely on my wood stove because my primary electric/oil/propane heat is too expensive?
  5. My furnace is broken and I can’t afford to fix it – do I qualify for the “no other adequate source of heat” exemption?
  6. What section do I fill out if I am renting?
  7. What section do I fill out if I am the home owner?
  8. What section do I fill out if I am not the primary user, resident, or property owner?
  9. What happens if I don’t know the size of the circuit breaker for the electric furnace?
  10. What happens if I don’t know the output rating of the gas or oil furnace?
  11. What happens if I don’t know the type of insulation or the windows and frames?
  12. My application for a “no other adequate source of heat” was approved. What now?
  13. My application for a “No Other Adequate Source of Heat” was denied. What now?
  14. I can't stay warm in my home without burning wood- where can I go for assistance?
  15. Why is it important to know if my wood burning device is certified or not?
  16. How can I tell if my wood burning device is certified or not?
  17. Can you buy, sell, exchange, or give-away uncertified devices?
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