(A) Restricted locations. The storage of Class I flammable liquids (gasoline and other flammable liquids having a flash point below 100ºF) in aboveground tanks is prohibited on all residentially-zoned properties and within 150 feet of any structure used normally for residential purposes.
(B) Proper venting. Any aboveground tank storing flammable liquids or for the purpose of storing flammable liquids (liquids having a flash point below 100ºF) shall have adequate emergency venting sized so as to be reasonably safe to persons and property and at least as large as the filling or withdrawal connection, whichever is larger, but in no case less than one and one-fourth (PA) inch nominal inside diameter.
(C) Definitions. For the purpose of this section, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning
FLASH POINT. A liquid that is the lowest temperature of the liquid at which it gives off vapor sufficient to form an ignitable mixture with the air near the surface of the liquid or within the vessel used.
IGNITABLE MIXTURE. A mixture within the flammable range (between upper and lower limits) that is capable of propagation of flame away from the source of ignition when ignited.
(1984 Code, § 2-6-12) (Ord. passed 1-3-1978)
Statutory reference:
County fire protection, see G.S. §§ 153A-233 et seq.
Fire protection, see G.S. Ch. 69
Fire protection districts, see G.S. §§ 153A-300 et seq.
Property taxes for fire prevention and protection, see G.S. § 153A-149(c)(11)