Just a reminder as we head into the warmer weather and cookout season and residents may think about purchasing a gas grille. Gas grilles are NOT allowed on balconies or the roof deck. 

In fact, state law [527 CMR section 6.07(5)(a)] prohibits the storage or use of LP-gas containers above the first floor of a building used for habitation.  This regulation includes propane cylinders attached to portable cooking grilles. 

Charcoal grilles and LP-gas grilles may be used outside at ground level provided the cooking grilles are at least ten(10) feet away from the building and other combustibles. 

This information has been provided by the City of Quincy Fire Prevention Bureau.