How many feet away from a building does propane have to be stored
Generated on: June 21, 2025
The minimum distance between a liquefied petroleum gas container and a flammable liquid storage tank must be twenty feet [1]. However, this does not apply when liquefied petroleum gas containers of 125 gallons or less capacity are installed adjacent to fuel oil supply tanks of 550 gallons or less capacity [1].
Important Safety Note:
Always verify safety information with your organization's specific guidelines and local regulations.
References
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Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Standards (Chaper 296-24 WAC)
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