<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1uqgRh_0vion9nf00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1uqgRh_0vion9nf00" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Clay Moden</figcaption></figure>The fall is a great time to have an outdoor fire or to get the fireplace going in the house. But here in New York State, what are the laws about firewood? Is New York State going to ban burning firewood? Is there a ban on fireplaces and wood stoves? There have been many rumors swirling about whether or not <a href="https://wyrk.com/new-york-state-banning-fireplaces-2024/">New York State will put more restriction on burning wood or coal</a> to heat our homes. In an effort to reduce the state's carbon footprint, there are going to be some changes coming to the way we heat our homes and businesses.But the wood that you were burning also comes with a few restrictions. Did you know, that in New York State there are certain laws pertaining specifically to firewood and where it is sent to or delivered to?Here are just three of the examples of some of the <a href="https://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/28722.html">laws you should be aware of regarding Firewood’s in New York State</a>.<blockquote>The regulation pertains to all species of wood, cut or not cut, split or not split, that is destined for use as fuel. Logs would only be subject to the regulation if their intended use is as firewood.</blockquote>It is that time of the year when we all start thinking about camping and being outdoors around a fireplace or fire pit. Be smart about what you are burning and the size of the burning are that you have. As far as a ban on fireplaces, New York State says:<blockquote>The Climate Action Council’s Draft Scoping Plan does not contain any recommended actions directed specifically at wood burning.</blockquote>The statement continues:<blockquote>The State is not considering legislation that would ban wood burning. The Draft Scoping Plan puts forth strategies and actions to achieve the goals of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act.</blockquote>Please read their entire press release, <a href="https://www.dec.ny.gov/press/124494.html">CLICK HERE.</a> <h2>LOOK: Here is the richest town in each state</h2>Just saying the names of these towns immediately conjures up images of grand mansions, luxury cars, and ritzy restaurants. Read on to see which town in your home state took the title of the richest location and which place had the highest median income in the country. Who knows—your hometown might even be on this list.</div></body>

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Is There A Law Against Firewood In New York State?

The fall is a great time to have an outdoor fire or to get the fireplace going in the house. But here in New York State, what are the laws about firewood? Is New York State going to ban burning firewood? Is there a ban on fireplaces and wood stoves?