About the Program
The Oregon State Fire Marshal Technical Services Code Unit is dedicated to ensuring the safe installation and use of aboveground storage tanks. We review plans and issue installation approval permits for:
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Flammable and Combustible Liquid Storage Tanks: Tanks with a capacity of
1,000 gallons or more, or aggregates totaling
1,000 gallons or more.
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Liquefied Petroleum Gas: Containers with a capacity of
2,000 gallons or more or containers with an aggregate capacity of
4,000 gallons or more, as specified in
Oregon Fire Code 6101.3.
Our team assists design professionals, building and fire officials, and the general public in meeting the intent of the fire code, promoting safety and compliance across the state.
Aboveground Tank Application
This program includes plan reviews for three types of tanks and containers, ensuring that all installations comply with the relevant regulations.
While certain smaller tanks and containers may not require a plan review, they must still be in full compliance with applicable statutes of the state of Oregon and any local codes or ordinances.
Plan Review Categories
Flammable Combustible Liquids (FCL): This category includes reviews of liquid fuels such as gasoline and diesel. No fee is charged for this review.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG): Plan reviews for LPG and butane are subject to a $100 plan review fee per OAR 837-030-0235.
Compressed Gases: This includes reviews for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).
For more information about our services, application procedures, or to request a plan review, please contact the OSFM Technical Services Desk at osfm.ofc@osfm.oregon.gov or 503-934-8256.
Aboveground Storage Tank Application
Flammable Combustible Liquid (FCL)
An application to install flammable/combustible liquid aboveground tank(s) must be completed and accompany two sets of plans when installing tanks of more than 1,000 gallons (individual or aggregate). Please review and complete the information required on the application form. Submit completed application form including all signatures and supporting documentation. Applications may be sent to the address located on the footer of the application either electronically or by US mail.
A FCL Application must be completed and submitted for approval before tank installation. Tanks with smaller capacity must also meet the installation requirements of the Oregon Fire Code. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (Propane)
We review plans and issue installation approval permits for the aboveground storage of liquefied petroleum gas above 2,000 gallons, or aggregate capacity above 4,000 gallons of water, as specified in Oregon Fire Code 6101.3. This supports design professionals, building/fire officials, and the public in meeting fire code requirements.
LPG Application — Projects that fall within the guidelines above require plan review. Please review and complete the information required on the application form. Submit completed application form including all signatures and supporting documentation. Applications may be sent to the address located on the footer of the application either electronically or by US mail.
When submitting electronically, please include copy of application with $100 payment and send to mailing address on form.