Grill Regulations
Note: These regulations apply only within City of Boulder limits.
Please contact City of Boulder Open Space/Mountain Parks for regulations that apply in those areas.
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Grill Regulations (City of Boulder)
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Propane Grills
This restriction applies to propane grills located on combustible balconies and construction:
Propane grills are regulated in the size of propane tank that is allowed:
Only small 2.5 lb. propane bottle sizes are allowed.
These restrictions apply to you unless:
- Your balcony is made of concrete, steel or other non-combustible material
AND
- The propane grill can be placed more than 10 feet away from combustible siding, decking, or other part of the structure.
Charcoal Grills
This restriction applies to charcoal grills located on combustible balconies and construction:
Charcoal Grills, Hibachis and other open flame cooking appliance are not allowed.
These restrictions apply to youunless:
- Your balcony is made of concrete, steel or other non-combustible material
AND
- The propane grill can be placed more than 10 feet away from combustible siding, decking, or other part of the structure.
OR
- Structure is a Single Family home OR a side by side townhome OR if balcony is protected by a sprinkler system.
Electric Grills
Electric grills are allowed. Make sure if you are using an extension cord that it has an adequate rating (size) for the grill being used.
Open Burning
NO open burning is allowed within City Limits, including portable/mobile outdoor fireplaces.
These restrictions apply unless:
The burning is a safety flare used to indicate some danger to the public. (Road flares)
If you wish to see a more detailed descriptions of these Fire Codes, please reference 2003 International Fire Code (IFC), Sections 307 and 308.