Groton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 127 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 127-37
Fuel supply and storage
Operative Text
A. General requirements. The manufactured housing park shall be provided with facilities for the safe storage of required fuels. All systems shall be installed and maintained in accordance with applicable codes and regulations governing such systems. Regulations specified by the National Board of Fire Underwriters shall be complied with, and the installation shall be approved by the local fire protection authority. B. Natural gas system. Each manufactured home lot provided with piped gas shall have an approved manual shutoff valve. The gas outlet shall be equipped with a cap to prevent accidental discharge of gas when the outlet is not in use. C. Liquified petroleum gas system. Liquid petroleum gas (LPG) systems shall be provided with safety devices to relieve excessive pressures and shall have at least one accessible gas shutoff valve located outside the manufactured home. LPG containers installed and secured to a manufactured home shall be securely fastened to prevent accidental overturning and shall not exceed 60 gallons' capacity. LPG containers over 60 gallons' capacity may be installed on a manufactured home lot meeting the requirements as to location and installation by the National Board of Fire Underwriters. No LPG vessels shall be stored or located inside or beneath any manufactured home, carport or any other structure, unless such installation is specifically approved by the local fire protection authority. D. Fuel oil systems. All fuel oil storage tanks shall be securely supported and fastened in place, shall be equipped with permanently installed and secured piping and shall not exceed 275 gallons' capacity. Fuel oil storage tank installations are not to be located in the setback spaces specified in § 127-23C and shall be screened from public view.
Section 127-37 of Groton, N.Y., Code of Ordinances Chapter 127 establishes safety requirements for fuel storage and supply systems in manufactured housing parks. It sets specific rules for natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), and fuel oil systems, including requirements for shutoff valves, pressure-relief devices, container capacities, and placement restrictions. All fuel systems must conform to applicable codes, National Board of Fire Underwriters regulations, and must receive approval from the local fire protection authority.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of manufactured housing parks in Groton must ensure that all fuel systems covered under § 127-37 are installed, maintained, and inspected in compliance with applicable codes and National Board of Fire Underwriters standards. For natural gas, each lot with piped gas requires an approved manual shutoff valve and a capped outlet. LPG containers attached to homes must be secured against overturning and generally may not exceed 60 gallons unless sited per applicable standards, and no LPG vessel may be stored inside or beneath any home or structure without explicit local fire authority approval; fuel oil tanks must be supported, piped permanently, capped at 275 gallons, and screened from public view outside the setback areas defined in § 127-23C.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of manufactured housing parks in Groton are protected by § 127-37, which requires park operators to maintain safe, code-compliant fuel storage and supply systems for natural gas, LPG, and fuel oil. If a tenant observes conditions that appear to violate these requirements—such as unsecured LPG containers, missing shutoff valves, or improperly located fuel tanks—they may report concerns to the local fire protection authority or municipal code enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what remedies or complaint processes may be available under local and state law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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