The BC Safety Authority (BCSA) has waived the operating permit fee for tanks equal to or less than 500 USWG, regardless of purpose or use. For tanks over 500 USWG, that are used for residential purposes only, owners can apply for a waiver.

Regardless of whether the fee is waived or not, all owners of tanks in operation and pressurized above 15 psig are required to apply for an operating permit and provide their tank data to the BCSA. Information on operating permit requirements for propane pressure vessels is available on the BCSA website.