The thing that makes the $300 harder to swallow is that the building inspector I talked to had no idea what I needed to do to make it a safe install. He handed me a flyer that said, "make sure the stove is EPA certified, and don't burn garbage, etc." There was NO guidance as to clearances. I've learned that from my own research on stove manufacturer websites, and here on this site. I plan to go down to the local fire station and talk with them, too. I'll bet they will give me good info.
The government will charge me $300, and then expect me to educate them.
The government will charge me $300, and then expect me to educate them.