Propane Storage: Kentwood vs Wyoming
How do propane storage rules compare between Kentwood, MI and Wyoming, MI?
Kentwood, MI
Kent County
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Wyoming, MI
Kent County
Propane (LP-gas) storage in Wyoming is regulated by IFC Chapter 61 and NFPA 58 as adopted by Michigan under the Stille-DeRossett-Hale Act (PA 230 of 1972). Residential 20-pound grill cylinders are largely unrestricted outdoors, but cylinders over 1 pound water capacity cannot be stored inside dwellings, and larger bulk tanks must meet NFPA 58 setback, anchoring, and permit requirements from the Wyoming Fire Marshal.
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| Fact | Kentwood | Wyoming |
|---|---|---|
| Governing Standard | - | IFC Chapter 61 + NFPA 58 |
| State Authority | - | PA 230 of 1972 |
| Indoor Storage | - | 1-lb max water capacity |
| Grill Cylinder | - | Outdoor, upright, away from openings |
| Tank Setback | - | 10 ft (125-500 gal) per NFPA 58 |
| Permit | - | Required for bulk and large tanks |
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Kentwood FAQ
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Wyoming FAQ
Can I store a spare propane tank in my Wyoming, MI garage?
No. Under the Michigan-adopted IFC and NFPA 58, cylinders larger than 1 pound water capacity (which includes the standard 20-pound grill tank) cannot be stored inside any building used for human occupancy, including attached garages.
Do I need a permit for a home propane tank in Wyoming, MI?
Yes for any installed tank used for heating or appliance fuel. The installer pulls a mechanical permit, and NFPA 58 setback distances (10 feet from buildings and property lines for 125-500 gallon tanks) must be met. Small portable grill cylinders need no permit.
Who enforces propane rules in Wyoming, MI?
The Wyoming Department of Public Safety - Fire Division enforces IFC Chapter 61 and NFPA 58. Bulk commercial LP-gas storage also requires a Fire Marshal operational permit under IFC Section 105.
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