Programs & Services

Fuel Storage Tank System Permits

Building owners and certified contractors can apply and pay for fuel tank permits to remove, install or alter fuel tanks inside City limits through the online fuel tank permitting system. Permits are required for small and large tanks as well as above ground or underground tank installations.

Create an Account

Applicants create a business account allowing either one or multiple employees to have access. Businesses may create Administrator privileges that give individuals in their organization permission to add or delete staff, change business attributes or revise contact information at the discretion of the original applicant.

Apply for a permit

Is a Permit Required?

The 2014 Alberta Fire Code mandates that permits are required for all petroleum storage tank installations, removals or alterations.

A permit is not required for removal of storage tank systems where all components are above ground.

All new fuel storage tank installations require a permit, including:

small tanks, 230-8,000 litre capacity, or an aggregate capacity of < 20,000 litres
large tanks, > 8,000 litre capacity, or an aggregate capacity of > 20,000 litres
above ground systems
underground systems

Site Plan Requirements & Drawings

A site plan must be submitted for small above ground tank installations or alterations.

Three sets of Alberta stamped, engineered drawings must be submitted for the installation of a large tank or underground system.

Fees

There is a fee of $443 per permit application.

Inspections

When to Book an Inspection

Tank removal
Tank installation
Pressure test of tanks and lines
Product first fill
Final occupancy and/or building permit closure in conjunction with the City’s permit process

How to Book an Inspection

When you are ready for an inspection, please reference the permit number and contact one of the following:

Fire Rescue Services, Fire Prevention Branch 780-496-3628
If you have registered online, you can book your inspection by sending an email to cmsfpts@edmonton.ca

Extra or After-hours Inspections

A fee of $81 per hour shall be assessed for an inspection that exceeds a reasonable time frame and for every additional re-inspection required as a result of any of the following:

Failed inspection
Inspection incorrectly called for
Installation not prepared for inspection
Previously identified deficiency not corrected after a request for inspection has been made
Failed testing procedures

An after hours fee of $162 per hour will apply for inspections requested outside of regular office hours.