This article is established for the safety and protection of the residents of Sublette, Kansas. It is also designed to mitigate the potential threat imposed by the installation of LP Gas within the city.

(Ord. 411; Code 2020)

(a)   Except as otherwise provided by subsection (b), all Liquefied petroleum gas storage tanks and the use thereof are prohibited within the city limits of Sublette, Kansas.

(b)   Exceptions:

(1)   This prohibition shall not apply to tanks forty (40) pounds or less in size.

(2)   This prohibition shall not apply to the use of standard heating tanks used by construction companies and contractors for temporary installation on a building site. The period of use shall be limited to a maximum of forty-five (45) days and must be approved by the Fire Chief prior to such use.

(3)   This prohibition shall not apply to use of grills or recreational vehicles whose tank capacity does not exceed 100 pounds.

(4)   This prohibition shall not apply to commercial or governmental entities located in a zoned commercial, industrial or public zone who use such tanks in the same zoned areas.

(Ord. 411; Code 2020)

In the event that at the time of passage of Ord. 411 there are preexisting propane units in violation of this article then this article shall have no application to the same, on condition that the landowner and or user of the tank presents a verification from a certified licensed professional that the tank conforms and meets the specifications of NFPA 58 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code.

(Ord. 411; Code 2020)