Stafford County, VA Fire Regulations: Propane Storage (2026)

00 per year, but the table carves out an exception for single containers or an aggregate quantity of less than 500 gallons water capacity used for residential purposes. That means a homeowner's grill tank, or a home propane tank system totaling under 500 gallons, falls outside the operational permit requirement that applies to commercial and larger residential LPG installations. 2 with fees set by the board of supervisors, paid before the permit issues. Permits issued under the table remain in effect for no more than 12 months unless otherwise specified, and once the required inspection is completed, permit fees are non-refundable.

The fire official also retains the authority to inspect any regulated facility, and can require corrective action where a violation poses an imminent threat to health, safety or property.