Domestic Installs
In most cases, no planning permission is needed when installing a biomass boiler in a domestic property if all the works are internal.
A flue is always required, but if it does not exceed 1m above the highest part of your building it’s a permitted development.
We would always advise confirming with your Local Authority that consent isn’t required before moving ahead with a project.
You can find out more about planning permission in residential areas by visiting the Government’s planning portal website.
Non-Domestic Installs
If you have a pre-existing space to house your commercial Biomass boiler plant room then planning permission probably isn’t required, however, regulations regarding flues may affect your project.
Any permanent structure built to house a biomass boiler plant will require planning permission.
Many containerised heating solutions are classed as temporary structures and do not require planning permission, however, the height of the flue may require a permit, so do check with your Local Authority’s planning department.
Other Considerations
Smoke controlled areas do not allow you to emit smoke from a chimney unless you are burning an authorised fuel (this includes some timber products) or are using an ‘exempt appliance’, which includes some biomass boilers.
An approved appliance, such as a high-quality Froling biomass boiler can be installed in a smoke control area – you are only permitted to burn the type of fuel specified by the appliance manufacturer.
Many containerised heating solutions are classed as temporary structures and do not require planning permission, however, the height of the flue may require a permit, so do check with your Local Authority’s planning department.
