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March 30, 2009
Permits for Fireplace Work?
I'm about to start on some work on the fireplaces in my house (in a landmarked district). What kind of permitting - if any - is required for this job? The chimneys aren't visible from the street, so my understanding is that landmarks doesn't need to be involved. Thanks!
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If the work is a repair of existing fireplaces, and you're not changing them at all, you most likely do not need a permit nor Landmarks permit. If you are changing the configuration of the fireplaces, modifying them, altering their structure, etc you would need a building permit.
If you do need to go the DoB permit route, you will still need to apply through Landmarks. You will need what's called a "Certificate of No Effect" which means you're not touching the outside. It's a simplified process and usually delays things by only a day or so.
Posted by: Smokychimp at March 30, 2009 1:50 PM
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