It is generally recognized that the types of fuel used, and the scale
and duration of burning by outdoor wood-burning furnaces, create noxious and
hazardous smoke, soot, fumes, odors and air pollution, can be detrimental
to citizens' health, and can deprive neighboring residents of the enjoyment
of their property or premises. Therefore, with the adoption of this chapter,
it is the intention of the Town Board of the Town of Red Hook to establish
and impose restrictions upon the operation of outdoor wood-burning furnaces
within the limits of the Town of Red Hook for the purpose of securing and
promoting the public health, comfort, convenience, safety, welfare and prosperity
of the Town and its inhabitants.
As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings
indicated:
OUTDOOR WOOD-BURNING FURNACE
Any accessory appliances, designed and intended, through the burning
of wood, for the purpose of heating the principal structure or any other site,
building, or structure on the premises.
The construction and operation of outdoor wood-burning furnaces are
hereby prohibited within the Town of Red Hook.