Nassau County follows the New York State Fire Code, which sets clearance, setback, and tank-size limits for residential propane storage; tanks above one hundred twenty-five gallons require a fire-marshal permit.
The New York State Fire Code, adopted statewide and enforced locally by Nassau County and village fire marshals, governs propane storage under Chapter 61 referencing NFPA 58. Residential aboveground tanks up to one hundred twenty-five gallons water capacity may be installed without a permit but must sit at least five feet from buildings, property lines, and ignition sources. Larger tanks require a permit and setbacks expanding to ten or twenty-five feet. Cylinders for grills must be stored outdoors, never in basements or garages above one pound. The Long Island Volunteer Fire Districts inspect tanks during routine fire-prevention sweeps.
Improper storage may bring fines up to one thousand dollars per day, mandatory tank removal, and red-tag orders blocking propane refills under New York Fire Code.
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