Outdoor Cooking in Seminole County, FL (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Seminole County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Seminole County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.

BBQ & Propane Rules

At single-family homes you can use charcoal and propane grills in your yard year-round, even during burn bans. In apartments and condos, Florida's fire code bans charcoal and propane grills on balconies and within 10 feet of the building; only small listed electric grills are allowed.

BBQ and Propane Grill Rules

Some Restrictions

NFPA 1: 10.10.6.1 (Florida Fire Prevention Code)

For other than one- and two-family dwellings, no hibachi, grill, or other similar devices used for cooking, heating, or any other purpose shall be used or kindled on any balcony, under any overhanging portion, or within 10 ft (3 m) of any structure.

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