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Can I have a wood burning stove or fireplace in Washoe County?
Wood stoves and fireplaces are regulated by the Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) because they are major contributors to air pollution in the Truckee Meadows. Therefore before you make a purchase, it is important for you to spend some time researching whether it is legal to put a wood burning appliance in your home. To determine if you can install a wood burning stove or fireplace in your home, you need the following information, then call (775) 784-7200 (AQMD).- What is your zip code?
- What is your land-use zoning?
- What is the net size of your property?