Section 6109 — STORAGE OF PORTABLE LP-GAS CONTAINERS AWAITING USE OR RESALE — 2025 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9)

6109.1 General. ¶

6109.1 General. Storage of portable LP-gas containers of 1,000 pounds (454 kg) or less, whether filled, partially filled or empty, at consumer sites or distribution points, and for resale by dealers or resellers shall comply with Sections 6109.2 through 6109.15.1. Exceptions: 1. LP-gas containers that have not previously been in LP-gas service. 2. LP-gas containers at distribution plants. 3. LP-gas containers at consumer sites or distribution points, which are connected for use.

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6109.2 Exposure hazards. ¶

6109.2 Exposure hazards. LP-gas containers in storage shall be located in a manner that minimizes exposure to excessive temperature rise, physical damage or tampering.

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6109.3 Position. ¶

6109.3 Position. LP-gas containers in storage having individual water capacity greater than 2.7 pounds (1.2 kg) [nominal 1-pound (0.454 kg) LP-gas capacity] shall be positioned with the pressure relief valve in direct communication with the vapor space of the container.

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6109.4 Separation from means of egress. ¶

6109.4 Separation from means of egress. LP-gas containers stored in buildings in accordance with Sections 6109.9 and 6109.11 shall not be located near exit access doors, exits, stairways or in areas normally used, or intended to be used, as a means of egress.

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6109.5 Quantity. ¶

6109.5 Quantity. Empty LP-gas containers that have been in LP-gas service shall be considered as full containers for the purpose of determining the maximum quantities of LP-gas allowed in Sections 6109.9 and 6109.11.

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6109.6 Storage on roofs. ¶

6109.6 Storage on roofs. LP-gas containers that are not connected for use shall not be stored on roofs.

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6109.7 Storage in basement, pit or similar location. ¶

6109.7 Storage in basement, pit or similar location. LP-gas containers shall not be stored in a basement, pit or similar location where heavier-than-air gas might collect. LP-gas containers shall not be stored in above-grade underfloor spaces or basements unless such location is provided with an approved means of ventilation. Exception: Department of Transportation (DOTn) specification cylinders with a maximum water capacity of 2.7 pounds (1.2 kg) for use in completely self-contained hand torches and similar applications. The quantity of LP-gas shall not exceed 20 pounds (9 kg).

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6109.8 Protection of valves on LP-gas containers in storage. ¶

6109.8 Protection of valves on LP-gas containers in storage. LP-gas DOTn cylinder valves shall be protected by screw-on-type caps or collars that shall be securely in place on all containers stored regardless of whether they are full, partially full or empty. Container and tank outlet valves shall be closed or plugged.

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6109.9 Storage within buildings open to the public. ¶

6109.9 Storage within buildings open to the public. Department of Transportation (DOTn) specification cylinders with maximum water capacity of 2.7 pounds (1.2 kg) used in completely self-contained hand torches and similar applications are allowed to be stored or displayed in a building open to the public. The quantity of LP-gas shall not exceed 200 pounds (91 kg) except as provided in Section 6109.11.

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6109.10 Storage within buildings not open to the public. ¶

6109.10 Storage within buildings not open to the public. The maximum quantity allowed in one storage location in buildings not open to the public, such as industrial buildings, shall not exceed a water capacity of 735 pounds (334 kg) [nominal 300 pounds (136 kg) of LP-gas]. Where additional storage locations are required on the same floor within the same building, they shall be separated by not less than 300 feet (91 440 mm). Storage beyond these limitations shall comply with Section 6109.11. 6109.10.1 Quantities on equipment and vehicles. LP-gas containers carried as part of service…

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6109.11 Storage within rooms used for gas manufacturing. ¶

6109.11 Storage within rooms used for gas manufacturing. Storage within buildings or rooms used for gas manufacturing, gas storage, gas-air mixing and vaporization, and compressors not associated with liquid transfer shall comply with Sections 6109.11.1 and 6109.11.2. 6109.11.1 Quantity limits. The maximum quantity of LP-gas shall be 10,000 pounds (4540 kg). 6109.11.2 Construction. The construction of such buildings and rooms shall comply with requirements for Group H occupancies in the California Building Code, Chapter 10 of NFPA 58 and both of the following: 1. Adequate vents shall be…

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6109.12 Location of storage outside of buildings. ¶

6109.12 Location of storage outside of buildings. Storage outside of buildings of LP-gas containers awaiting use, resale or part of a cylinder exchange program shall be located in accordance with Table 6109.12. TABLE 6109.12—SEPARATION FROM EXPOSURES OF LP-GAS CONTAINERS<brAWAITING USE, RESALE OR EXCHANGE STORED OUTSIDE OF BUILDINGSCol2Col3Col4Col5Col6Col7Col8 ------------------------ QUANTITY OF<brLP-GAS<brSTORED<br(pounds)MINIMUM SEPARATION DISTANCE FROM STORED LP-GAS CYLINDERS TO (feet):MINIMUM SEPARATION DISTANCE FROM STORED LP-GAS CYLINDERS TO (feet):MINIMUM SEPARATION DISTANCE FROM…

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6109.13 Protection of containers. ¶

6109.13 Protection of containers. LP-gas containers shall be stored within a suitable enclosure or otherwise protected against tampering. Vehicle impact protection shall be provided as required by Section 6107.4. Exception: Vehicle impact protection shall not be required for protection of LP-gas containers where the containers are kept in lockable, ventilated cabinets of metal construction.

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6109.14 Alternative location and protection of storage. ¶

6109.14 Alternative location and protection of storage. Where the provisions of Sections 6109.12 and 6109.13 are impractical at construction sites, or at buildings or structures undergoing major renovation or repairs, the storage of containers shall be as required by the fire code official.

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6109.15 LP-gas cylinder exchange for resale. ¶

6109.15 LP-gas cylinder exchange for resale. In addition to other applicable requirements of this chapter, facilities operating LPgas cylinder exchange stations that are open to the public shall comply with the following requirements. 1. Cylinders shall be secured in a lockable, ventilated metal cabinet or other approved enclosure. 2. Cylinders shall be available only by authorized personnel or by use of an automated exchange system in accordance with Section 6109.15.1. 3. A sign shall be posted on the entry door of the business operating the cylinder exchange stating “DO NOT BRING LP-GAS…

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