This standard applies to the installation of liquefied petroleum gas container
installations at single family residences. See diagram below.
Provide minimum separation between LP-Gas containers and building or property
line (see diagram on the reverse of side of this sheet).
Provide "NO SMOKING" signs. Lettering on signs to be a
minimum of four inches (4") high.
All combustibles shall be kept at least ten feet (10') from containers.
If containers, regulators or piping are located adjacent to driveways
or parking areas, provide suitable protection to prevent damage.
Containers shall be mounted on approved saddles or with steel supports resting
on concrete pads or footings, provided the bottom to the tank is not more than
five feet (5') above ground level.
Concrete slabs shall be minimum six inches (6") thick and six inches
(6") wider than the container diameter, solid masonry blocks shall be a
minimum of twelve inches (12") wide by twelve inches (12") longer than
the diameter of the container. Slabs and blocks shall be embedded six inches
(6") into undisturbed soil.
Four (4) half-inch (1/2") anchor bolts shall be embedded a minimum of four
inches (4") into concrete and secured to the container supports. Other methods
of anchoring the containers shall be submitted for approval to the Building Official.
A fire and plumbing permit from the appropriate offices is required for the
installation. The installation must be inspected by both fire and building
departments prior to storage and usage of LP-Gas.
Protective posts are required when container could be subjected to vehicle traffic.
