Any underground tank which has held flammable or combustible liquids, being abandoned or not used for a period longer than ninety days (subject to the maximum extension of time of one (1) year as set forth in Section 1513.02), shall be removed from the property at the owner's expense in a manner approved by the Fire Inspector.
When underground tanks are removed:
(a) All flammable or combustible liquids in the tank and connecting lines shall be removed.
(b) No cutting torch or other flame or spark producing equipment shall be used until the tank has been completely purged or otherwise rendered safe.
(c) The suction, inlet, gage and vent lines shall be disconnected. Sections of connecting lines which are not to be used shall be removed. Inlets, outlets and leaks, if any, shall be capped or plugged.
(d) After removal, the tank shall be gas freed, on the premises if it can be done safely at that location, or transported to an area not accessible to the public and the tank gas freed at that location.
(e) After removal, the site shall be restored in an acceptable manner.
Compliance with this section shall be confirmed and made a matter of record by the Fire Inspector. (Ord. 81-19. Passed 8-6-81.)