Loveland follows the 2012 International Fire Code Chapter 61 (LP-Gas) adopted by reference at LMC Chapter 15.28, plus federal DOT cylinder requalification rules enforced through LFRA's compressed-gas inspection program. LFRA states: 'Cylinders are required to be requalified or replaced every 5 to 12 years depending on the cylinder type, condition, and previous requalification method.' Propane tanks built into mobile food vehicles are exempt from DOT reinspection. IFC Chapter 61 limits LP-gas containers on balconies and within 10 feet of combustibles (with exceptions for one- and two-family dwellings, sprinklered properties, and small containers); permanent commercial propane installations require an IFC permit administered by LFRA.
Loveland adopts the 2012 International Fire Code by reference at LMC Chapter 15.28; Chapter 61 of that code governs liquefied petroleum gas (LP-gas / propane) storage, dispensing, and use, with NFPA 58 referenced for technical requirements. LFRA Community Safety inspects compressed gas cylinders and reports: 'Cylinders are required to be requalified or replaced every 5 to 12 years depending on the cylinder type, condition, and previous requalification method.' This implements DOT cylinder requalification regulations (49 CFR Part 180) for portable propane tanks. Propane tanks built into mobile food vehicles are exempt from DOT reinspection requirements. Under IFC Chapter 61 generally adopted, LP-gas appliances and containers are restricted from balconies and within 10 feet of combustible construction in multi-family buildings; one- and two-family dwellings, fully sprinklered properties, and small LP-gas containers (typically 2.5 lbs or less) are excepted. Permanent natural gas appliances installed per the Mechanical Code and manufacturer specifications are allowed. Larger commercial LP-gas installations (refilling stations, bulk storage, fork-lift bottle exchange) require an IFC operational permit administered by LFRA Community Safety at 970-962-2471. Cylinders should be stored upright outdoors in well-ventilated areas away from heat sources and ignition.
Violations of LP-gas storage, use, or cylinder requalification are enforced under the adopted 2012 IFC (LMC Chapter 15.28) by LFRA Community Safety. Out-of-date cylinders may not be refilled by Colorado dealers. Commercial LP-gas installations without a required IFC permit are subject to stop-work and citation. LFRA Community Safety: 970-962-2471.
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