Outdoor Cooking in Fairfax County, VA (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Fairfax County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Smoker Rules
Fairfax County bans charcoal burners, smokers and other open-flame cooking devices on balconies or decks, or within 15 feet of combustible construction or residential occupancy, except at detached one- and two-family homes and townhouses.
Fairfax County Open-Flame Cooking Rule
Some RestrictionsFairfax County Code § 62-2-8, Fire Prevention Code § 308.1.4
Charcoal burners and other open-flame cooking devices fueled by combustible or flammable gases, liquids, and solids shall not be operated or stored on a balcony or deck of any structure or within 15 feet of combustible construction or residential occupancy. Exceptions: 1.Detached one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses.2.Cooking devices using electricity as a heating source and liste...
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