(a) Open flame prohibited. In any multiple-family residence that includes three or more dwelling units where dwelling units are configured vertically above and below other dwelling units as defined in § 19.03 of this city code, no
shall kindle, maintain, or cause any fire or open flame on any balcony above ground level, or on any ground floor patio within 15 feet of the structure.
(1) Exception. Propane grills are allowed on balconies and ground floor patios of townhouses constructed of two or more attached units in which each unit extends from the foundation to the roof and having open space on at least two sides of each unit as defined in the Minnesota State Residential Code.
(b) Fuel storage prohibited. In any two-family dwelling, townhouse or multiple-family dwelling as defined in § 19.03 of this city code, no
shall store or use any fuel, barbecue, torch or other similar heating or lighting chemical or device.
(1) National Fire Protection Association 58 § 8.3.5 as referenced and adopted by the MSFC restricts the storage of LP gas cylinders within a residential building, including the basement or any storage area in a common basement of a multiple-family building and attached or detached garages, shall be limited to cylinders each with a maximum water capacity of 2.7 lb and shall not exceed 5.4 lb aggregate water capacity per each living space unit.
(c) Approved grills. Listed electric grills plugged directly into an electrical outlet or listed natural gas-fired barbecue grills that are permanently mounted and plumbed to the building's gas supply and that maintain a minimum clearance of 18 inches on all sides, or manufacturers required clearance, whichever is greater, may be installed on balconies and patios.
(1) Installation of grills. Natural gas grills can be installed as noted above. These grills shall be installed permanently by being fastened in place and meet the clearance requirements of the owner's manual. A permit shall be obtained from the Building and Inspection Division before installation. The connections shall be done by a licensed gas fitter.
(d) Smoke detectors. The installation and placement of smoke detectors in dwellings, apartment houses, hotels, and lodging houses shall be governed by M.S. § 299F.362, subd. 9 and the Minnesota State Building Code, M.S. Ch. 326B.
(Ord. 2023-6, passed 3-20-2023)