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[scommstech]

My new neighbours have just removed their open fireplace and installed a
solid fuel burner.
Their bungalow is close to mine and there is now a constant acrid
smell in my bungalow from their chimney.
I have draft sealed all my windows and door but its impossible
to prevent their fumes entering my property, and I have to spend most days with all windows shut.
They say we are not in a smoke comrtolled area so they are within their
rights.
I believe that I may be protected by statuary nuisance laws, but
it's too clear as to what constitutes a nuisance.
Does anybody know anything about statuary nuisance laws, or if a
change from an open fireplace to a solid burner requires planning
permission.
Hope there is a friendly legal eagle out there
Regards
Harry W

[kbrownie]

scommstech, It may be that the cowling on the chimney is not the correct one, but I'd consider contacting enviromental health and see where that gets you!
KB

[scommstech]

[quote="kbrownie"]scommstech, It may be that the cowling on the chimney is not the correct one, but I'd consider contacting enviromental health and see where that gets you!
KB[/quote]
Hi
Thanks for reply. In the process of contacting Env Health.
How can chimney cowling effect fumes ???.
Regs
Harry W

[kbrownie]

scommstech,
lots of reasons, downdraft, blow back, aids air supply making flue gasses easily dispursed.
Document J Building Regulations covers this and that's what Enviromental Health should be checking out. You said bunglow so the height of the chimney may also be contributing to your problem
regards
KB