Outdoor Cooking in Salt Lake City, UT (2026)
3 verified outdoor cooking rules for Salt Lake City, Utah, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
BBQ & Propane Rules
Salt Lake City adopts the International Fire Code (IFC) Section 308.1.4: charcoal grills, smokers, and open-flame cooking devices cannot be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction. Exceptions apply to one- and two-family dwellings, sprinklered buildings, and small LP-gas units (≤2½ lb container).
Salt Lake City BBQ and Propane Grill Rules
Some RestrictionsSmoker Rules
Wood- and charcoal-fueled smokers fall under IFC 308.1.4 (open-flame cooking devices): not permitted on combustible balconies or within 10 ft of combustible construction except in sprinklered buildings or at one- and two-family dwellings. Air-quality burn restrictions may apply during winter inversions.
Salt Lake City Smoker Rules
Some RestrictionsOutdoor Kitchen Permits
Outdoor kitchens in Salt Lake City are treated as accessory structures under SLC Code 21A.40 with associated trade permits (building, electrical, plumbing, gas, mechanical) administered by Building Services. Setback and yard-coverage limits apply.
Salt Lake City Outdoor Kitchen Permits
Some RestrictionsLooking for Salt Lake County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Salt Lake City city rules.
Outdoor Cooking in Salt Lake County →