Outdoor Cooking in St. Lucie County, FL (2026)

2 rules for unincorporated St. Lucie County, Florida.

Verified from official government sources

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

BBQ & Propane Rules

Under the Florida Fire Prevention Code enforced in St. Lucie County, gas and charcoal grills cannot be used or stored on the balconies of apartments and condos, or within 10 feet of any multifamily structure. Single-family homeowners are not restricted this way.

No Grills Within 10 Feet of Apartments and Condos

Some Restrictions

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Smoker Rules

St. Lucie County has no ordinance targeting backyard smokers. Detached-home residents may use charcoal, wood, or pellet smokers with normal safety spacing. At apartments and condos, the Florida Fire Prevention Code's 10-foot balcony rule bars fuel-burning smokers.

Backyard Smokers Fine; Restricted at Multifamily

Some Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

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