This chapter shall be known as and may be cited as the "Pine
Grove Stoves and Chimneys Ordinance."
The intent of this chapter is to:
A. Promote the general health, welfare, and safety of the Borough of
Pine Grove;
B. Encourage the utilization of appropriate installation and construction
of wood or coal burning stoves and appliances, chimneys, fireplaces,
and smoke pipes to prevent or minimize fire hazards from same in the
future;
C. Minimize damage to public safety by reducing the risk of fire; and
D. Establish standards for installation and construction of wood or
coal burning stoves and appliances, chimneys, fireplaces, and smoke
pipes.
It shall be unlawful for any person, partnership, business,
association, or corporation to undertake, or cause to be undertaken,
any installation or construction, including any reconstruction, enlargement,
replacement, alteration, or relocation, of any wood or coal burning
stove or appliance, chimney, fireplace, or smoke pipe anywhere within
the Borough of Pine Grove unless a permit has been obtained from the
Borough Secretary and such installation and/or construction has been
inspected and the permit approved by the Fire Marshal.