Wood stove in w/burg Condo
I own a new construction condo in williamsburg, ground level + celler level downstairs. The downstairs is COLD in the winter.. I want to put in a wood stove. What do I need in terms of permits or condo permission to install the stove, and an exhaust chimney chase?
I own a new construction condo in williamsburg, ground level + celler level downstairs. The downstairs is COLD in the winter.. I want to put in a wood stove.
What do I need in terms of permits or condo permission to install the stove, and an exhaust chimney chase?
If you want to put in a stove in the cellar DOB will go ballistic.
Why not consider a direct vent gas FP instead?
EZ set up, no need to stack wood, wait for it to either dry or go cold, or clean up the ashes.
You will need a permit (gas– plumber) and permission from the condo assocn.
And, voila, instant heat (put on a fan, so that it is more efficient and returns the heat to the room, not venting it directly outside…
damn near impossible.. you will nee to install a double wall stainless steel vent at least twelve inches in diameter up past the roof line, or past the roofline of the nearest building if it is taller…think tens of thousands of dollars
Probably much simpler and cheaper to put is a couple of electric baseboards and just turn them on when you are using the space. They are pretty expensive to run but if you just want a little extra heat on occassion they are your best bet.
We added one recently in a penthouse apartment in the city and there are quite a few issues to deal with. First and foremost will be if the board will allow it. If they say they might, then you need to look at how you’re going to provide exhaust and fresh air intake. If you can run a chimney on an exterior wall, or if you’re on the top floor, then it could be relatively easy. If not, then you’re talking about construction on every floor above you to run the chimney to the roof.
There are a lot of other considerations that will be specific to your installation. You’ll also need to file with the DOB, so your best bet would be to call an architect and have them come and take a look.
Jim Hill, RA, LEED AP
Urban Pioneering Architecture