Outdoor Cooking in Lakewood, CO (2026)
2 verified outdoor cooking rules for Lakewood, Colorado, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
BBQ & Propane Rules
When Lakewood, Colorado declares Stage I fire restrictions, propane and gas grills stay allowed, but charcoal barbecue grills must sit at least 30 feet from any undeveloped area.
Lakewood, CO Grill Placement Rules
Some RestrictionsLakewood Municipal Code § 9.39.050
D.Use of liquid or gas fueled appliances.E.Underwriters laboratories (UL) approved wood pellet grills.F.Charcoal barbeque grills when not closer than 30 feet from an undeveloped area (2009 IFC 308.1.4).G.Portable outdoor fireplaces when not closer than 30 feet from an undeveloped area (2009 IFC 307.4.3) These devices must be operated according to the manufacturer's instructions with all covers,...
Smoker Rules
During declared Lakewood, Colorado fire restrictions, UL-listed wood pellet grills remain allowed, and portable outdoor fireplaces must stay at least 30 feet from undeveloped land, run per the manufacturer's instructions.
Lakewood, CO Wood Pellet Grill Rule
Some RestrictionsLakewood Municipal Code § 9.39.050
E.Underwriters laboratories (UL) approved wood pellet grills.F.Charcoal barbeque grills when not closer than 30 feet from an undeveloped area (2009 IFC 308.1.4).G.Portable outdoor fireplaces when not closer than 30 feet from an undeveloped area (2009 IFC 307.4.3) These devices must be operated according to the manufacturer's instructions with all covers, screens, and grates in place.H.Recreatio...
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