The tank will be.
Domestic oil tank installation rules.
The separation distance required between the tank and the fire barrier should be a minimal 300mm unless a greater distance is specified by the tank manufacturer.
Oil tank installation oftec requirements our domestic oil tanks comply with british fuel storage standards and allow for the safe containment and supply of oil.
The trench should be backfilled with dirt to 150mm below the surface and an.
Height in total is 3m.
Bottom outlet tanks must be installed with the appropriate slope 1 in any tank s that has settled should have the elevation adjusted by a burner technician the tank s must never be moved without completely emptying the tank first.
If any of the following criteria apply then you will must install a bunded tank to comply with current regulations.
Tank capacity will be in excess of 2500 litres the tank will be located within ten metres of controlled water.
Home guide to domestic oil storage up to 3500 litres.
Controlled water includes rivers streams lakes.
With regards to planning permission for the installation of domestic oil tanks the regulations regarding extensions and additions stipulate that you do not need planning permission if.
The tank isn t being stored in front of the principle elevation fronting a highway the max.
450mm deep with 40mm of compacted sand laid on the bottom.
A further 40mm of compacted stand should be backfilled over the pipe and topped with builder s grade plastic.