Having ignored the issue brought to his attention by a concerned homeowner, two Arlington County Fire Marshalls handed a notice to Board Chairman Conforti at the August 13 meeting of the Board of Directors.
Virginia law and Arlington County code (page 21) prohibit the use and/or storage of charcoal and gas grills within 15 feet of the building. Electric grills are permitted.
Penalties (page 6) for non-compliance can be as much as $2500 and/or one year imprisonment. "Each day that a violation continues after service of notice, as provided for in the Virginia Statewide Fire Prevention Code, shall be deemed a separate offense."
Non-compliance could also cause our insurance rates to increase, and/or a denial of reimbursement in case of fire.
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