Propane and charcoal grills across Essex County follow the New Jersey Fire Prevention Code. In multi-family buildings, LP-gas grills with cylinders over 2.5 pounds cannot be used on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction.
Outdoor cooking with grills in Essex County is governed by the New Jersey Fire Prevention Code (N.J.A.C. 5:70, adopting IFC 2015), enforced by each municipality's fire official. Under Section 308.1.4, LP-gas grills with a container greater than 2.5 pounds water capacity, and charcoal or other open-flame cooking devices, must not be operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction. A key exception applies to detached one- and two-family owner-occupied dwellings, where backyard grilling is broadly permitted. This provision most affects apartment and condo residents in Newark-area towns. Homeowners must still keep grills clear of the house and away from ignition sources, and propane cylinders stored per Chapter 61.
Operating a propane or charcoal grill on an apartment balcony or within 10 feet of combustible construction violates IFC Section 308.1.4 and can bring an order to remove it plus fines from the local fire official.
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