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Old 08-14-2023, 07:16 AM
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Originally Posted by JGibson View Post
My Airbnb neighbor has decided to put their grill a foot away from the side of my house and all the smoke and grease is on my side wall.

It's a CYV where my side wall is inside her fenced-in yard.

Before I ask them to move it closer to their house what are the rules for how close a grill can be to your neighbor's house or even your own house?
Regarding the OP 's initial question, here is the official reply I got from The Villages Public Safety office:

Hi,

Thank you for your question.
The placement of open flame grills codes apply only to condos and apartments.
There is no enforceable fire code for single family dwellings; however, there may be a restriction in your HOA rules and regulations.
Manufactures recommendations and best practice is to operate open flame grills at least 10 feet from structures; however, this is not enforceable through the Florida Fire Prevention Code, Seventh Edition.

Best Regards,

Edward D. Raulerson, Division Chief-Fire Prevention, CFPE
3035 S. Morse Boulevard | The Villages, Florida 32163
Direct: 352.205.8280 | Fax: 352.205.8290
Edward.Raulerson@DistrictGov.org | Village Community Development Districts