Propane Storage: Gresham vs Portland
How do propane storage rules compare between Gresham, OR and Portland, OR?
Gresham, OR
Multnomah County
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Portland, OR
Multnomah County
Portland Fire & Rescue enforces the Oregon Fire Code on propane storage, capping cylinder size and quantity at residences and prohibiting storage inside dwellings, basements, or near building openings.
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| Fact | Gresham | Portland |
|---|---|---|
| Code basis | - | Oregon Fire Code (OFC) |
| Indoor cylinder limit | - | About 1 pound |
| Apartment balconies | - | Most cylinders prohibited |
| Permit threshold | - | Tanks over 125 gallons |
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Gresham FAQ
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Portland FAQ
Can I keep a 20-pound BBQ tank in my garage?
No. Twenty-pound cylinders must be stored outdoors on a stable surface, away from openings and ignition sources. Indoor or basement storage violates the Oregon Fire Code.
Are propane grills allowed on apartment balconies?
Most Portland apartments are wood-frame or sprinkler-restricted, so propane grills and tanks larger than one pound are prohibited on balconies under the Oregon Fire Code.
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