The BC Safety Authority (BCSA) has opted to exempt homeowners who own or lease propane tanks for residential use from the fee associated with propane pressure vessel operating permits. This exemption also applies to propane tanks owned by commercial operators but leased to a homeowner for residential purposes with the intention that these residential lessees not be charged any pass-along fee in relation to propane pressure vessel usage.

 

Even with this fee exemption, all tank owners (industrial, commercial and residential) are still required to apply for a permit and provide all tank data so the BCSA can work with them to understand and manage their safety risks.? Details on the operating permit requirements for propane pressure vessels are available on the BCSA website.