Arlington follows the International Fire Code as adopted in Chapter 10 of the City Code, which limits residential propane storage and requires safe distances from buildings, ignition sources, and property lines. Larger tanks need Arlington Fire Marshal review.
Under Arlington City Code Chapter 10, the city has adopted the International Fire Code with local amendments enforced by the Arlington Fire Department Fire Marshals Office. Residential occupants may store small propane cylinders for grills and patio heaters, generally up to 40 pounds aggregate outdoors, with cylinders prohibited inside dwellings, attached garages, or on covered balconies above the second story for multifamily buildings. Larger ASME tanks for whole-house service must meet NFPA 58 setbacks and obtain installation permits through the Building Inspections division. Fire Marshals can require additional separation near fences, A/C units, or windows in dense neighborhoods.
Improper storage triggers fire code citations and removal orders. Class C municipal fines reach 2,000 dollars for fire-safety violations and may compound per day until corrected.
Arlington, TX
Arlington requires fire sprinkler systems in most new commercial buildings, multifamily structures, and certain large single-family homes under the locally a...
Arlington, TX
Arlington bans most outdoor burning within city limits. Authorized burns require a $1,000 permit and Fire Prevention inspection. Wind speed must be 5–16 mph,...
Arlington, TX
Gas and propane fire pits are generally allowed in Arlington for recreational use. Wood-burning fire pits and bonfires are restricted under the Fire Preventi...
See how other cities in Tarrant County handle propane storage.
See how Arlington's propane storage rules stack up against other locations.
Quick Compare
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.