Are wood burners being banned?
What is law now, what is only proposed, and what existing owners need to know.
UK wood burner rules and compliance
Separate rules cover the appliance, the installation, the fuel and the area where you burn it. These guides distinguish current law from consultations and common “wood burner ban” headlines.
Compliance guides
Ecodesign and DEFRA rules
Appliance standards, emissions limits, labels and the rules for new stoves.
Smoke Control Areas
How to check your address, when an exempt appliance is needed and what fuels are allowed.
Installation certification
Appliance and fuel rules are separate from Building Regulations. Read the Part J guide or learn how HETAS self-certification works.