Peoria adopts International Fire Code (IFC) Chapter 61 for LP-gas. Residential: two 20-lb cylinders max per dwelling outside; indoor storage prohibited. BBQ tanks must be stored outside, upright, ≥5 ft from openings.
Peoria Fire-Medical Department enforces IFC Ch. 61 as adopted in Peoria City Code Ch. 9. Residential propane limits: maximum two DOT cylinders ≤20 lb (40 lb total) stored outside at grade, minimum 5 feet from windows/doors/vent openings and 10 feet from property lines. Indoor storage of LP cylinders is PROHIBITED in occupied dwellings. Cylinders must be secured upright to prevent falls. Refilling: only licensed LP dealers; no transferring between cylinders. Commercial permanent tanks >125 gal require fire permit, 10-foot clearance from buildings, and bollard protection. RV tanks exempt when attached to vehicle. Annual NFPA 58 inspection required for commercial installations.
Indoor storage/over-limit cylinders: $250 fire code citation + required removal. Commercial tank without permit: $500-$1,000 and stop-work order. Unsafe installation causing incident: criminal referral possible.
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