To remove or abandon an underground flammable liquid (gas) tank:

• Obtain and complete permit application. Information required for application includes address of property, number and capacity of tanks, and anticipated disposition of tanks
• Pay Fire Department Current Fees
• Dry ice and triple rinse witnessed by Escondido Fire Department representative after minimum of 48 hours' notification

To install an aboveground tank:

• Obtain and complete permit application. Information required for application includes address of property; numbers and capacities of new, existing, and discontinued tanks; and new tank manufacturer and U.L. approval numbers
• Submit 4 sets of plans
• Pay Fire Department Current Fees

To install an underground flammable liquid tank/waste oil recovery:

• Obtain "Permit to Install an Underground Flammable Liquid Tank/Waste Oil Recovery"
• Submit blueprints of the installation location
• Pay Fire Department Current Fees

For more information, contact the Escondido Fire Department at 760-839-5400.