§ 11-260. Above-ground tank storage of flammable liquids.

(a)

Generally. Above-ground storage tanks for the storage of Class I flammable and Class II liquids, as defined in NFPA-30, shall be prohibited except as provided for in Subsections (b), (c), and (d) of this Section.

(b)

Existing tanks. Existing above-ground tanks approved by the Fire Chief or authorized representative may be continued, provided that the installation does not constitute a hazard. The Fire Chief or authorized representative shall periodically inspect the installation for safety; if it is determined that the installation or operation is no longer conducted or maintained in a safe manner, the Fire Chief or authorized representative shall have the authority to require their removal or replacement with underground tanks.

(c)

Agricultural storage. On-farm portable tanks not exceeding six hundred sixty (660) gallons of Class I liquid are hereby permitted, if stored fifty (50) feet or more away from buildings and adjoining property lines.

(d)

Temporary use of portable tanks. The provisions of Subsection (a) of this Section shall not prohibit the temporary use of portable tanks less than six hundred sixty (660) gallons capacity in conjunction with the dispensing of flammable or combustible liquids into the fuel tanks of motor vehicles or other motorized equipment on premises not normally accessible to the public, not to exceed six (6) months use.

(e)

Outside tanks supplying oil burning equipment. Outside above-ground tanks not exceeding five hundred fifty (550) gallons capacity may be used to supply oil burning equipment in one- or two-family detached dwellings.

(f)

Bulk storage. Above-ground tanks for bulk storage of Class II combustible liquids shall have a maximum capacity of six hundred and sixty (660 gallons). Above-ground tanks may be established in noncongested areas when the Fire Chief or authorized representative finds that installation will not adversely affect the safety of surrounding property. Above-ground tanks shall be located at least three hundred (300) feet from a dwelling unit, school, outdoor playground, library or hospital when the Fire Chief or authorized representative finds that the installation will not adversely affect the safety of the surrounding property. These installations shall be equipped with fixed fire extinguishing systems, cut-off valves and such other safeguards as may be deemed necessary by the Fire Chief or other authorized representative.

(CB-107-1979; CB-80-2006; CB-1-2013)