Gilbert adopts IFC Ch. 61 for LP-gas. Residential max two 20-lb cylinders outdoors; indoor storage prohibited. Gilbert Fire & Rescue permits required for tanks >125 gal or commercial cylinder exchange.
Gilbert Town Code Ch. 46 adopts the International Fire Code with amendments. LP-gas (Ch. 61): residential limit 40 lb aggregate (2 × 20-lb DOT cylinders) stored outdoors, upright, on non-combustible base, 5 ft from ignition sources and building openings. Indoor storage banned (except factory-sealed 1-lb camping cylinders temporarily). Balcony storage prohibited in multi-family. Commercial: permit for tanks >125 gal, bollard protection for vehicle-access areas, annual NFPA 58 inspection. Cylinder exchange cages (Blue Rhino style) at retailers need Gilbert Fire permit and minimum 20-ft clearance from doors. Residents must refill at licensed stations — no DIY transfer filling.
Over-capacity residential or indoor storage: $250 fire citation + removal. Unpermitted commercial tank/cage: $500 + $100/day. Transfer filling outside licensed station: $300 + criminal referral possible.
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