F-601.1.2 Barbecue Grills
Barbecue grills shall not be used on any stairs or porches that are a means of egress. The use of barbecues will be
allowed on balconies or at ground level provided the following regulations are complied with:
(a) Clearance of not less than a 30 inch radius shall be provided between barbecue units and all combustible material including exterior windows or door openings.
(b) Extreme caution shall be exercised when lighting the barbecue to prevent flames from elevating to an excessive height.
(c) Hot ashes or cinders shall be deposited into noncombustible receptacles free of all combustible material. Such receptacles shall be placed on a noncombustible surface. In every case a clearance of not less than a 30 inch radius between the discarded ashes or cinders and all combustible material, exterior window or door opening shall be met.
(d) The use of the barbecue shall not cause the building's fire alarm system to activate.
(e) On wooden balconies, a portable fire extinguisher shall be located within 10 feet of the BBQ, but not affixed to the grill. The fire extinguisher shall be at least a 10 pound ABC.