Skip the Red Tape: Why Decorative Means No Permits
The short answer: Likely not. A widespread misunderstanding is that there are approved or unapproved decorative fireplaces in New York city. While this can be true for traditional wood burning and gas operated fireplaces, it is not the case for bio-ethanol or alcohol gas fireplaces. This is one of the many benefits of a ventless fireplace, since one of the greatest hurdles to adding a fireplace is the exhaustive permit and inspection process required for structural chimneys and gas venting. Because our ventless systems are classified as decorative appliances rather than permanent structural heat sources, they typically bypass these complex requirements. You can achieve the look of a grand hearth without a single call to the city planning office.
The short answer: Likely not. A widespread misunderstanding is that there are approved or unapproved decorative fireplaces in New York city. While this can be true for traditional wood burning and gas operated fireplaces, it is not the case for bio-ethanol or alcohol gas fireplaces. This is one of the many benefits of a ventless fireplace, since one of the greatest hurdles to adding a fireplace is the exhaustive permit and inspection process required for structural chimneys and gas venting. Because our ventless systems are classified as decorative appliances rather than permanent structural heat sources, they typically bypass these complex requirements. You can achieve the look of a grand hearth without a single call to the city planning office.
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By opting for a decorative, low-install solution, you avoid the costs and delays associated with building permits, masonry inspections, and environmental impact assessments. Since there is no "vent" to run through a roof or wall, the installation is treated more like a piece of high-end furniture or a minor cosmetic upgrade. This allows you to go from a design concept to a flickering fire in a fraction of the time, all while maintaining the exact proportions and realistic aesthetic of a traditional fireplace. |
Same applies to Condo or Coop permits, however, should you prefer to run the project by your board, we are happy to support you and provide all the documentation and helpful information needed to get to a successful approval.
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