Robert J Whitney, Director for Fornax Energy, suggested that fitting a gas boiler should require planning permission to promote alternative heating methods like heat pumps. This proposal sparked a diverse range of responses, with some supporting it for reasons like conservation and public safety, while others expressed concerns about impractical enforcement and additional constraints on homeowners during a heating crisis.
In response to Whitney’s post, supporters argued that requiring planning permission for gas boilers, especially in conservation areas, is necessary, citing that gas boilers are not traditional and often do not meet noise regulations akin to those imposed on heat pumps.
One critic claimed that requiring planning permission for boilers would be 'impossible to enforce' and would add unfair burdens to households already dealing with the heating crisis, emphasizing the need for practicality and homeowner rights.
Another individual remarked on the potential for a 'profiteering middle men' industry if planning permission is required, indicating the complexities and possible negative implications of the proposal for homeowners and the market as a whole.
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