Hamilton County has no separate propane-storage ordinance; storage follows Tennessee's adopted fire code and NFPA 58. On multi-family balconies, only small LP-gas containers of 2½ pounds or less water capacity are allowed near combustible construction.
Tennessee has adopted the International Fire Code and NFPA 58 (Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code) as its statewide standard, and Hamilton County relies on these rather than a local propane ordinance. The most relevant residential rule is the open-flame cooking limit: for other than one- and two-family dwellings, LP-gas cooking devices are restricted near combustible balconies unless the container's water capacity is not greater than 2½ pounds. Larger cylinders and bulk tanks must meet NFPA 58 clearance and container-siting rules. Single-family homes have more latitude, but tanks should still be kept away from ignition sources and building openings.
Improper LP-gas storage or use on multi-family balconies can be cited by the fire marshal under the adopted Tennessee fire code.
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