Both tenants and landlords are legally liable for the unlawful use of an open fire or an older solid fuel burner and Environment Canterbury may take action against both.
Liability would usually lie with the person lighting the fire. Landlords may also be considered liable to take action to disable the old fire.
For further assistance please contact Customer Service on 03 353 9007 or toll free on 0800 324 636.
You can also visit our website www.ecan.govt.nz
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