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Regulations and guidance

  • Air quality regulations and guidance

    Air quality regulations and guidance relating to wood fuel installations in Scotland, including Air Quality Management Areas (AQMA).

  • Building standards

    Scottish building standards relating to wood fuel installations, including when a building warrant is needed in domestic and non-domestic situations.

  • Planning regulations

    Planning regulations, energy consents and guidance relating to wood fuel installations in Scotland.

  • VAT guidance and regulations

    Guidance and regulations on how VAT on fuel, power and energy-saving products should be treated.