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Outdoor Cooking in Waukesha County, WI (2026)

1 rule for unincorporated Waukesha County, Wisconsin.

Verified from official government sources

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

BBQ & Propane Rules

For single-family homes, grilling is generally unrestricted. On multi-family premises the Town of Waukesha bans charcoal, propane and open-flame grills except on the ground floor at least 20 feet from any dwelling or combustible material; above the first floor only electric grills are allowed.

BBQ & Propane Grill Rules in Waukesha County, Wisconsin

Some Restrictions

Town of Waukesha Sec. 5-2-8(g)

For any balcony, patio or similar structure above one story in height, the use of an electric grill which does not utilize an open flame is permitted. Outdoor fires are permitted on the ground floor level provided that the outdoor fire is at a minimum 20-feet from the dwelling unit or any combustible material.

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