How far away from the house does a propane tank need to be?
How far away from the house does a propane tank need to be?
10 feet
The general rule, as seen in the table below, is that propane tanks should be at least 10 feet from the nearest buildings.
Where should a propane tank be placed on a property?
The propane tank must be at least 5′ from a door or window and 10′ from ignition sources such as heat pumps, window air conditioners, direct vent pipe terminations, etc. A 125 gallon LP gas tank (420 lb.) is sufficient for most homes using a gas hearth appliance.
How close can a 100 gallon propane tank be to a house?
When placing a 100-gallon propane tank on your property, keep these measurements in mind: The minimum distance from the opening of a building is 5 feet. The minimum distance from any source of ignition is 10 feet.
Can a propane tank be placed under a deck?
NFPA 101, The Life Safety Code prohibits the installation of propane tanks under decks or areas of egress from a building or structure.
Can a propane tank be under a deck?
How close can a fire pit be to a propane tank?
How far away is safe? Common residential setbacks are 10 and 25 feet, best to call your local fire marshal.
Are there any regulations for above ground storage tanks in Connecticut?
See national section for basic information and federal regulations. • Rules. Connecticut does not have any specific rules governing aboveground storage tanks (ASTs).
What are the rules for leasing a propane tank in Connecticut?
The Connecticut General Statutes shall be amended to require that the rent or lease of a propane tank must be in writing and contain all the terms and conditions and the amount of fees, charges, surcharges or penalties allowed by law.
How to contact the Connecticut Department of propane Regulation Commission?
STATE CAPITOL ROOM 506 HARTFORD, CT 06106 (860) 240-0300 Email: [email protected] www.cga.ct.gov/pri/index.asp LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM REVIEW & INVESTIGATIONS COMMITTEE Connecticut’s Regulation of Propane MAY 2011 Table of Contents Connecticut’s Regulation of Propane
What is the NFPA code for oil burning in Connecticut?
The Connecticut Oil Burning Equipment Code adopts NFPA 31 (Standard for the Installation of Oil-Burning Equipment). For guidance on hazardous waste storage, see the state sections CONTAINERS, HAZARDOUS WASTE STORAGE, and HAZWASTE STORAGE AND TREATMENT TANKS.
