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Outdoor Cooking in Brookhaven, GA (2026)

1 verified outdoor cooking rules for Brookhaven, Georgia, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Smoker Rules

In the City of Brookhaven, Georgia, § 16-36(c)(7) makes it unlawful to light or use any open fire, smoker or grill in a city park, trail or greenspace except in permanent installations the city provides. Off park land, § 12-146(a)(1) allows open flame cooking but bars charcoal burners on combustible balconies or within ten feet of combustible construction, except at one- and two-family dwellings.

Brookhaven, GA Smoker and Grill Rules

Some Restrictions

Brookhaven Code § 16-36

(a)Purpose. ... The purpose of this section is to secure the quiet, orderly and suitable use and enjoyment of City of Brookhaven parks, trails, and greenspaces. ... (c)Public use regulations. ... (7)Open fires, smokers, or grills. It shall be unlawful to ignite, light, or utilize any open fire, smoker or grill, except in permanent installations provided at the park or trail for such purpose.

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