Tent Requirements:

• Location: Tents must be located a minimum of 15 feet away from permanent structures and 20 feet from parked vehicles. And 10 feet between tents.

• Seating: There should be no seating for patrons under tents used for cooking. 

• Cooking: Any cooking under a tent requires prior approval and inspection. Ormond Beach Firewall will inspect and make their independent decision. 

• Flame-Resistance: Tent fabric must be flame-retardant, meeting NFPA 701 standards, and documentation of compliance must be provided. 

• Anchoring: Tents should be properly anchored with weights, with recommended weight per leg depending on the tent size, especially in case of inclement weather. 

Fire Safety:

• Fire Extinguishers: Each tent should have a readily accessible fire extinguisher (2A-10BC). 

• Grease Fire Protection: If the vendor produces grease-laden vapors, a Class K fire extinguisher is also required. 

• Propane: Propane cylinders must be properly secured and kept a safe distance from the tent and heat sources. 

• Open Flames: Open flames are generally prohibited within 20 feet of any tent open to the public, with exceptions for designated cooking tents. 

• Smoking: Smoking is prohibited under all tents. 

Other Considerations:

• Clearances:

  Ensure proper clearances are maintained between tents, structures, vehicles, and fire hydrants. 

• Ventilation:

  If cooking creates grease-laden vapors, an exhause must be used to direct those vapors away from the tent. Use a product such as Vevor Portable Utility Blower

• Exit and Emergency Lighting:

  For larger tents, particularly those open to the public, exit and emergency lighting may be required. 

• Contact the Fire Marshal:

  It's crucial to contact the local fire marshal's office for specific requirements and guidance.
  Ormond Beach, Fire Marshal - Ken Gains - 386-523-4138