CONSENT OF ERNST & YOUNG LLP

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements (Form S-3 No. 333-101165 and No. 333-100023) of Inergy L.P. and in the related Prospectus of our report dated November 15, 2002, with respect to the consolidated financial statements and schedule of Inergy L.P. included in this Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended September 30, 2002.