Barbecues in condominiums, limits and bans: everything you need to know to avoid heavy fines

With the arrival of the beautiful season and especially Easter, we all have desire to turn to our beloved rotisserie and cook something delicious.

The problem though it arises when we live in a condominium. Do you know that there are limits that you should be aware of or you could get fined, even a heavy one? Let’s take a good look together.

How to avoid a fine if you light the barbecue

Living in a condominium has its pros and conswe know very well that they exist of the rules which must be absolutely respected. Even when it comes to what we think is something harmless, especially at the holidays, that is he’s having a barbecue.

yes you read that right the law does not permit ignorance. There are well-established rules in its article 844 Civil Code about protecting neighbors from smoke, noise fumes and more.

So let’s find out what are the rules that we need to know, also why on this topic n The CoE has expressed its opinion many times. Let’s take inspiration from proposal no. 3204/1992.

Let’s start by saying this smoke emissions are allowed but within the limits of tolerance and if any, also by the condominium regulations. But What would be that tolerable limit? The Supreme Court responded with two decisions, no. 5215/1995 and Law 739/1998, by which he found that there is no need for an expert opinion, but the statements of those who can state the extent of the fumes are sufficient.

m what do the condominium regulations indicate? Let’s read it first to avoid problems, but then there are some tips that we can respect:

1. we put our barbecue away from our neighbours’ windows
2. let’s watch how the wind blows.
3. cover to limit odors and fumes
4. we choose an electric barbecue to avoid problems
5. avoid flammable liquids to light the barbecue
6. let’s warn the neighbors

Obviously, barbecuing in a small place Let us observe some simple and easy rules, how to keep our children or animals away from the fire, place it close to a wall, never leave the cooking station unattended, do not place nearby plants or flowers that can catch fire.

Well, now that you know all this information you can organize your barbecue for Easter day without much trouble, but remember to always read the rules carefully condominium to avoid problems.

We also recommend you have a look at the Council notice board to find out if he has announced ecological days in which it is not possible to light it.