Over the last decade, across Columbia, Greene and Ulster County, heating oil has been seeing declines as homeowners have been moving off of it for different fuel sources.
Other forms of heating have picked up the slack. In this article, we’re going to look at what it takes to get a natural gas furnace permitted in the Hudson Valley. Since 2013, 2,778 Ulster County households have switch to natural gas heating, 231 households in Columbia County, and 629 in Greene County.
Here’s a breakdown, town by town, of what permits you need to get.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in Saugerties
Installing a new natural gas furnace requires a building permit in Saugerties. Replacing an existing furnace also generally requires a permit, unless you’re replacing the equipment with an exact replica. The permits are handled by the Town’s Department of Safety & Buildings, which will issue the permit after reviewing the application for compliance. A final inspection is also required after the work is done, after which a Certificate of Compliance can be issued.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in Town of Ulster
In the Town of Ulster, a permit is required for any new furnace installation or replacement. It’s issued by the Town of Ulster Building Department, which will review your application and grant the permit if it complies with NYS and town requirements. A follow-up visual inspection is then conducted by the building inspector after the work is done.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in Town of Woodstock
In the Town of Woodstock, a building permit is required to install or replace a furnace. The town’s Building Department handles permits, which will issue the building permit and then conduct a final inspection to ensure that venting, gas connections, ductwork and clearance requirements follow code.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in Town of Catskill
In Catskill, a permit is required for both new furnaces and replacements, although an exact replacement might not need a permit. The Code Enforcement office issues building permits; after the work is done, a Code Enforcement Officer will inspect the installation.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in Town of Coxsackie
A permit is required for both the installation of a new furnace and a replacement, and the Building Department is located at the Town Office, where the Code Enforcement Officer will review your application. The minimum fee is around $75. After the permit is issued and the work is done, the building inspector will inspect the furnace installation, and issue a Certificate of Compliance if it passes inspection.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in Town of Windham
The Town of Windham requires a building permit for both installation of a new furnace or replacing an old one, although you may not need one if it’s an exact replacement. The permit is issued by the Windham Building Department after submitting a permit application form. Information like furnace model, BTU rating, vent type and installer information must be provided. A post-work inspection is conducted by the Town of Windham Code Enforcement Officer, after which a certificate of compliance can be issued.
Natural Gas Furnace Installation Permits in City of Hudson
The City of Hudson requires a building permit to install a new natural gas furnace or to replace an existing furnace. No alteration can be made to a building’s systems without a permit. The City of Hudson’s Code Enforcement Office, located at 520 Warren Street in Hudson, provides forms to apply for a permit. The final inspection will be conducted to check venting, verify the gas hookup, and ensure that a carbon monoxide detector is in place. Then, they’ll issue a certificate of compliance. You also must obtain an electrical inspection for the furnace unit.
If you’re looking to install a natural gas furnace, Precision HVAC can pull the permits, coordinate electrical inspection, and more. Give us a call at (845) 399-0669 to set up a consultation.
