Propane storage is governed by the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code (which adopts NFPA 58), enforced locally by the Buncombe County Fire Marshal, not by a separate county propane ordinance. Small residential cylinders are allowed; larger tanks have placement and permit rules.
Buncombe County adopts and enforces the North Carolina Fire Prevention Code through its Fire Prevention Ordinance (Chapter 30). LP-gas (propane) storage, container placement, and quantities follow NFPA 58 as incorporated into the state Fire Code. Typical residential use, such as barbecue cylinders and small tanks, is permitted with standard safety spacing from buildings, windows, and ignition sources. Larger stationary tanks used for home heating must meet Fire Code distance and installation requirements, and certain quantities or commercial storage may require a Fire Marshal permit and inspection. The NC Board of Agriculture also regulates LP-gas dealers and installers statewide.
Improper LP-gas storage is enforced by the Fire Marshal under the state Fire Code; unsafe installations can be ordered corrected and may carry code-violation penalties.
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