Rensselaer, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 121 § 121-59
Community fuel storage
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A mobile home court shall be provided with facilities for the safe and efficient storage of required fuels. A. Liquefied petroleum gas. Liquefied petroleum gas storage containers having a capacity exceeding 125 gallons shall be located not less than 25 feet from the nearest mobile home, structure, building and lot line and shall not be subject to damage from moving vehicles. B. Fuel oil. Fuel oil and other flammable materials shall be stored so as not to be a fire hazard.
Section 121-59 of Rensselaer's Code of Ordinances requires mobile home courts to maintain safe, organized fuel storage on-site. Liquefied petroleum gas containers larger than 125 gallons must be placed at least 25 feet away from any mobile home, structure, building, or lot line, and must be protected from vehicle traffic. Fuel oil and other flammable materials must be stored in a manner that does not create a fire hazard.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of mobile home courts in Rensselaer are expected to comply with § 121-59 by ensuring that LP gas containers exceeding 125 gallons are sited at least 25 feet from all structures, homes, and property lines, and are shielded from vehicle impact. Fuel oil and flammable materials storage areas should be arranged and maintained so they do not present a fire risk. Routine inspections of fuel storage setups help demonstrate ongoing compliance with these requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 121-59 of Rensselaer's Code of Ordinances, residents of mobile home courts have an interest in knowing that fuel storage on the property meets established safety standards, including proper distances for large LP gas containers and safe handling of fuel oil. If a tenant observes what appears to be a noncompliant or hazardous fuel storage situation, they may report concerns to the appropriate local code enforcement or fire safety authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how to document conditions and what local channels are available for raising safety complaints.
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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