(A) In any structure containing three or more dwelling units, no person 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.
(B) No person shall store or use any fuel, barbecue, torch or other similar heating or lighting chemical or device in the locations designated in division (A) of this section.
(C) Exception: listed electric or gas-fired barbecue grills that are permanently mounted and wired or plumbed to the building’s gas supply or electric system and that maintain a minimum clearance of 18 inches on all sides, unless listed for lesser clearances, may be installed on balconies when approved by the Fire Prevention Bureau.
(D) In any structure containing one or two dwelling units, no person shall kindle, maintain or cause any fire or open flame including barbecues on any covered deck or porches. Open flames must maintain a minimum of five feet from structure on open decks. Listed gas or electric fired barbecues must maintain a minimum clearance of 18 inches on all sides.
(Ord. 11-05-01, passed 5-19-11) Penalty, see § 10.99