Builder and board debate fire risk and material classification for composite shingles

May 30, 2026

Builder Sam Wood and the board discussed fire ratings and material composition of the CertainTeed cedar‑impression shingles; the building department had concluded the product warranted review under the village materials prohibition, while the builder and applicant said tests and standards show acceptable performance.

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Builder Sam Wood and the homeowner emphasized fire performance and durability while the building department's earlier determination that the product might violate the materials prohibition prompted the hearing.

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