I am building a new deck (hopefully myself) and will be using the new
blended (part wood, part plastic) decking material that has been on the
market a few years now. Currently our BBQ grill, which I use every day in
the mild and warm months is out the back door, down the upper & lower deck,
down a small set of steps onto a concrete patio near our garage. Total
distance and steps 40 ft plus 15 stair steps. My wife would like it closer
to the house on the upper deck so she could help with the cooking more
easily. I would like any and all thoughts on this; I wouldn't mind the
shorter walk, but would need to design in safety features to allow safety,
prevent fire and deck damage but still be attractive in appearance. I am
sure someone has approached this challenge before. The current grill which
is very functional is a typical portable propane on a rolling cart ($200
ish). I am not opposed to spending more on a grill if necessary to meet the
long term safety and appearance issues for the deck.

Thanks in advance -- Any and all advice welcome. I am looking for concerns
and ideas regarding both the deck and the grill. Also, how close to the
siding on the home is it reasonable to have the grill?