Permits for tank removal or installation
The removal of an underground or aboveground oil tank requires that a permit be filed and an inspection be conducted of the tank and surrounding area before the tank leaves the premises. In the case of underground tanks, a soil sample must be taken by the contractor and sent out for testing. Please notify the Lee Fire Department at least 24 hours in advance of your intent to remove a tank 413 243 5550.
According to the Massachusetts Comprehensive Fire Safety Code 527 CMR 9.02, any tank that is permanently disconnected or not in use for a period of 24 months must be removed. An unused oil tank will be flagged as a code violation, during home sales or loan refinancing, by the mortgage company inspector.
Propane
All propane tanks are subject to inspection at time of installation.
They must be placed at least 10 feet from a home or building, 10 feet from a source of ignition and 10 feet from a property line. When installed underground, the pit for the tank will be 5 feet wide, 14 feet long, 4 feet deep (after a minimum of 6 inches of sand is laid) and 8 to 10 yards of clean sand will be used.
A permits is required for all new or replacemnt of fixed installations. No permit shall be required to make a connection in the replacement of a portable container or the filling of a stationary container. If the aggregate amount of LP-gas to be stored exceeds two thousand (2,000) gallons, then a license as required by 527 CMR 6.08 (2)(b) must first be obtained and a copy submitted with the application for permit to install. An "Application to Install" shall be filed before any work is stared, except under emergency conditions. Applicable fee is $25.00. Make checks payable to “Town of Lee.” The owner of the storage equipment shall be responsible for the installation of the LP-gas facility and for maintaining it in a safe operating condition. A Site Plan containing the following information must be submitted with all applications for permits for storage in excess of 200 gallons:
a. distance of tank(s) to property lines,
a. where unusual conditions exist,
Upon completion of the installation or connection authorized by permit, the person, firm or corporation having made the installation shall certify in writing to the Head of the Fire Department that the work has been completed and confirms to 527 CMR 6.00.
1. 6.06 Emergency Reporting and Procedure
2. 6.07(2) Container Markings
3. 6.07(3) Container Storage Outside of Buildings
4. 6.07(4) Underground Installation of Storage Containers
5. 6.08(1)(e) Installation and Inspection
If exposed to vehicular traffic, bumper guards shall protect the LP-gas system.
The LP-gas system shall be placed on a poured cement pad as specified in NFPA Standard 58, 1998 edition.
Massachusetts General Laws
Cost: $25.00
Tank permit to be filed with the fire department
Permit may be submitted to the department in advance by clicking here.