Chapter 40 — STORAGE OF DISTILLED SPIRITS AND WINES
4004 Storage — 2025 California Fire Code
California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) · 2025 edition · updated 2026-09-25 · California
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Cite as: 2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9) § 4004 · Effective January 1, 2026 · Official source: Building Standards Commission
4004.1 Storage.¶
Storage shall be in accordance with this section and Section 315.
4004.2 Empty containers.¶
The storage of empty containers previously used for the storage of flammable or combustible liquids, unless free from explosive vapors, shall be stored as required for filled containers.
4004.3 Basement storage.¶
Class I liquids shall be allowed to be stored in basements in amounts not exceeding the maximum allowable quantity per control area for use-open systems in Table 5003.1.1(1), provided that automatic suppression and other fire protection are provided in accordance with Chapter 9. Class II and IIIA liquids shall also be allowed to be stored in basements, provided that automatic suppression and other fire protection are provided in accordance with Chapter 9.
4004.4 Bulk beverage storage areas.¶
There shall be no storage of combustible materials in the bulk beverage storage areas not related to the beverage storage activities.
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