Propane Storage: Dearborn vs Detroit
How do propane storage rules compare between Dearborn, MI and Detroit, MI?
Dearborn and Detroit have similar restriction levels.
Dearborn, MI
Wayne County
Michigan adopts NFPA 58 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code via the Michigan Fire Prevention Code (MCL 29.1). Wayne County residential propane tanks above 125 gallons require permits and setback compliance.
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Wayne County
Detroit Fire Department adopts the Michigan Fire Prevention Code, capping residential propane cylinders, banning indoor storage above one-pound, and requiring listed appliances and ventilated outdoor placement.
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| Fact | Dearborn | Detroit |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | NFPA 58 | - |
| Permit threshold | Above 125 gallons | - |
| Setback 500 gal | 10 feet | - |
| Indoor storage | Prohibited | - |
| Indoor cap | - | 1-lb disposable only |
| Grill cylinders | - | Up to 20 lb outdoors |
| Bulk-tank threshold | - | 125 gallons permit |
| Authority | - | DFD Fire Marshal |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dearborn FAQ
Do I need a permit for my backyard propane tank?
Tanks under 125 gallons (typical grill cylinders) need no permit. Larger tanks require local fire department permits and inspection plus setback compliance from buildings and property lines.
Can I store propane in my garage?
One-pound camping cylinders only. Larger cylinders or tanks must be stored outdoors per NFPA 58. Indoor storage of consumer propane creates explosion and asphyxiation hazards.
Detroit FAQ
Can I keep a 20-pound grill tank in my Detroit garage?
An attached residential garage permits one or two tanks up to 20 pounds each if upright and ventilated, but indoor living-space storage and basement storage are prohibited.
Do I need a permit for a backyard propane heater?
Homeowner use generally does not, but commercial outdoor heaters and food-service propane appliances at events require DFD operational permits and inspection.
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