Las Vegas, NV Outdoor Cooking: BBQ & Propane Rules (2026)

Las Vegas Fire & Rescue enforces the International Fire Code (IFC) as locally amended. IFC Section 308.1.4 prohibits charcoal burners and other open-flame cooking devices from being operated on combustible balconies or within 10 feet of combustible construction in apartments, condos, and other R-2 multi-family buildings. The same restriction extends to LP-gas containers larger than 1 pound. Exceptions: (1) one- and two-family dwellings; (2) buildings with an automatic sprinkler system throughout. This means most Las Vegas apartments and condos may not have propane or charcoal grills on balconies, while sprinklered high-rises sometimes permit them. Electric grills are generally allowed. Single-family homeowners may use propane and charcoal grills in yards subject only to nuisance smoke complaints and HOA rules. During red-flag fire-weather warnings — common during dry, windy spring months — Clark County may impose temporary outdoor burning restrictions. LP-gas cylinders must be stored upright, outdoors, and away from ignition sources. Stored cylinders larger than 5 lb water capacity inside buildings are prohibited.