Outdoor Cooking in Broward County, FL (2026)
2 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 2 cities in Broward County, Florida.
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BBQ & Propane Rules
In unincorporated Broward County, outdoor grills and cooking equipment can't sit in the front yard and must stay at least 5 feet from any side or rear property line.
Broward County Outdoor Grill Placement Rules
Some RestrictionsBroward County Code § 39-275(3)(n)
Outdoor cooking equipment and grills shall: 1. Not be permitted in the front yards of property and shall not be closer than five (5) feet from any side or rear property line; and 2. Be maintained and utilized in a safe and sanitary manner as to prevent nuisances to adjacent property.
Smoker Rules
Broward County lets residents build a campfire, bonfire, or open fire for recreation or outdoor noncommercial food preparation without a permit, as long as it avoids excessive smoke or a nuisance and meets the county's general open-burning setback rules.
Broward County Outdoor Cooking Fire Rules
Some RestrictionsBroward County Code § 27-285(b)
A campfire, bonfire, or other fire will be allowed, that is used solely for recreational purposes, for ceremonial occasions, or for outdoor noncommercial preparation of food, as long as excessive smoke and a nuisance are not created. Where required, approval must be obtained from the appropriate fire authority.(c)Open burning for the training of firefighters. Open burning for the purpose of tra...
Outdoor Cooking by City in Broward County
2 cities in Broward County have their own outdoor cooking rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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