psneeld
Guru
Many marinas have no barbecue rules as in some instances insurers have them and in others they are local ordinances. In most apartment complexes you can't grill with an open flame on any balcony or patio or anywhere within a certain distance of the building. Some complexes that have struggle with compliance won't even allow a grill on the patio. I've seen the no barbecue rules more in covered marinas and in some of those people choose uncovered simply to have the privilege of grilling.
That is one of the advantages we have with electric grills that regardless of the marina rules we're ok. The rules always apply to open flames, whether charcoal or gas.
A marina that has it banned in its rules and then still allows it is fighting with fire in many ways. They've assumed significant potential liability. They'd be better off with no rule against it.
Which...when I have asked with enthusiasm isn't really the rule.
If the marina was smart...the fine print from the insurance company may include electric. Even electric grills have flare ups as I have witnessed on my own...
Insurance companies may all word it differently...but in reality...that's what they want...no open flames of any kind...but then they have lost their minds as candles, lighters and who knows what elese would be banned.