Do you grill in these places?  Be careful not to get caught by the police.  The fine is up to PLN 500

Do you grill in these places? Be careful not to get caught by the police. The fine is up to PLN 500

Where is it forbidden to have a barbecue? Some people seriously consider it before the May weekend, while others simply take it under their arm and light it in a chosen place. It turns out, however, that the action may be punished with a fine. What to watch out for?

The upcoming holiday is the perfect time for grilling, which many fans of grilled delicacies look forward to. However, we do not always have our own property where odors and smoke will not disturb anyone. It sometimes happens that we decide to operate in completely different places. But in which of them it is actually impossible to do this? Find out before you face unpleasant consequences.

What are the penalties for smoking a barbecue? If you do it here, you risk getting a fine

Although it seems simple and pleasant, some people do it without much thought. Thus, they risk a fine of up to PLN 500. This is about reducing the risk of fire, which is regulated in Art. 82 offenses. What should you watch out for?

Balcony and terrace in the block. Some cooperatives impose a categorical ban on lighting a barbecue on the balcony, because it directly affects the risk of fire. However, sometimes it may happen that consent is granted to use an electric grill, which is much safer if it is close to neighbors, buildings or greenery. Nobody would like smoke from a barbecue to enter their apartment through open windows or ventilation, which may have unpleasant consequences.

Disposable grill for the May weekend. Where to buy it? What does it look like to light it? (illustrative photo) tlnors / iStock

Where is it forbidden to have a barbecue? You also pose a danger in these places

In addition to the balcony and terrace, which seems obvious, a barbecue you can’t light a fire in the forest either, unless you do it in a place specially designated for this purpose. So first make sure that it has been designated by foresters. Such places are monitored for fire risk. However, do not forget to clean up after yourself thoroughly and do not litter the forest.

Want to grill on the beach? First, read carefully about local regulations. It may turn out that the commune does not allow such activities on its territory. Additionally, you should bear in mind that barbecuing on the beach may not be pleasant for the people sitting next to you. However, it may happen that you will also find a specially designated barbecue area on the beach that you can use. Always remember to do everything safely and using materials dedicated to grilling. Do not burn garbage and suspicious substances, as this may have unpleasant consequences for the environment. If you feel like it, vote in our poll below.

Source: Gazeta

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