IDAPA 24.22.01
This rule applies to applicants, and license holders for:
This rule governs the practice of liquefied petroleum gas dealers in Idaho to protect the public health, safety, and welfare. This rule establishes:
This rule implements the following statute passed by the Idaho Legislature:
Professions, Vocations, and Businesses -
Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses
8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mountain Time, Monday through Friday, except state holidays
11341 W Chinden Blvd, Bldg 4, Boise, ID 83714
Phone: (208) 334-3233
E-mail: DOPLboardsupport@dopl.idaho.gov
Website: https://dopl.idaho.gov/lpg/
This rule chapter will be reviewed in compliance with Section 67-5292, Idaho Code, and in accordance with the 8-year rule review schedule linked here.
24.22.01 – Rules of the Idaho State Liquefied Petroleum Gas Safety Board
| 000. Legal Authority. | 3 |
|---|---|
| 001. Scope. | 3 |
| 002. Incorporation By Reference. | 3 |
| 003. -- 099.(Reserved) | 3 |
| 100. Licensure. | 3 |
| 101. -- 299.(Reserved) | 4 |
| 300. Discipline. | 4 |
| 301. -- 399.(Reserved) | 4 |
| 400. Fees. | 4 |
| 401. -- 499.(Reserved) | 4 |
| 500. Inspection Rules. | 4 |
| 501. -- 999.(Reserved) | 4 |
These rules are promulgated pursuant to Sections 67-2614, 67-9406, and 67-9409, 54-5310, Idaho Code. (7-1-25)
These rules govern the Idaho Liquefied Petroleum Gas Public Safety Act. (3-28-23)
The document titled Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code, 2024 Edition, commonly known as NFPA 58, published by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), is herein incorporated by reference and is available for public inspection at the Board's office. Copies of the 2024 Liquefied Petroleum Gas Code are available for purchase from the National Fire Protection Association, 11 Tracy Drive, Avon, MA 02322. (7-1-25)
01. Education and Examination. Each applicant must provide proof that they have successfully completed the following: (7-1-25)
a. The Fundamentals of Propane Training provided by the Propane Education and Research Council, or equivalent as approved by the Board; and (7-1-25)
b. Receipt of a passing grade on the Fundamental of Propane Training examination provided by the propane Education and Research Council or the equivalent as determined by the Board within the thirty-six (36) months immediately preceding application. (7-1-25)
02. Supervised Practical Experience. Each applicant must provide certified proof that the applicant has obtained at least two thousand (2,000) hours of practical experience in a Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) facility while the applicant was under supervision of a licensed dealer. (7-1-25)
03. Endorsement. Any person who holds a current, unsuspended, unrevoked or otherwise nonsanctioned license in another state or country that has licensing requirements substantially equivalent to or higher than those in Idaho may, submit the required application, supporting documentation, and required fee, for Board consideration. Those applicants who received their professional education or experience outside of the United States must provide such additional information concerning their professional education or experience as the Board may request. The Board may, in its discretion, require successful completion of additional course work or examination for any applicant under this provision. (7-1-25)
04. Dealer-in-Training License. An individual may not begin obtaining supervised practical experience until the individual has applied for and obtained a dealer-in-training license from the board. Such license is issued on a non-renewable basis and is for the purpose of enabling the individual to gain the supervised practical experience that the person must obtain to become an LPG dealer. The dealer-in-training license is valid for eighteen (18) months from the date of issue. (7-1-25)
a. Application for a facility license must include a certificate of general liability insurance set forth in these rules and plans and specifications complying with local ordinances and zoning requirements. All applications must be submitted to the Board for approval and a license must be issued before a new facility may open for business; (7-1-25)
b. Each facility application must clearly identify and designate a location adequate to allow the facilities safe operation and the selling, filling, refilling, or commercial handling or commercial storage of liquefied petroleum gas; (7-1-25)
c. Each facility must meet all requirements of NFPA 58. (7-1-25)
a. Whenever a change of ownership or location of a facility occurs, an original application must be submitted, the fee must be paid and compliance with all rules concerning a new facility documented, before a new
license will be issued. FACILITY LICENSES ARE NOT TRANSFERABLE. (7-1-25)
b. Deletion of an owner from multiple ownership does not constitute a change in ownership. (7-1-25)
c. Addition of an owner to multiple ownership does constitute a change in ownership. (7-1-25)
d. Whenever any facility ceases operation at the licensed location, the owner(s) must notify the Board in writing that the facility is out of business and the facility license must be submitted to the Division. A new facility license will not be issued for any location that is currently licensed as a facility at the time of application. (7-1-25)
07. General Liability Insurance Requirement. No facility license will be issued without a certificate showing proof of a current general liability insurance policy in the sum of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) for an occurrence. The Board may conduct random audits. (7-1-25)
101. -- 299. (RESERVED)
300. DISCIPLINE.
01. Civil Fine. The Board may impose a civil fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) for each violation of Section 54-5315, Idaho Code. (7-1-25)
301. -- 399. (RESERVED)
400. FEES.
All fees are non-refundable:
| FEE TYPE | AMOUNT (Not to Exceed) | RENEWAL (Not to Exceed) |
|---|---|---|
| Application | $35 | |
| Individual License | $90 | $90 |
| Endorsement | $90 | |
| Dealer-in-training | $50 | |
| Facility License | $115 | $115 |
| Bulk Storage Facility | $460 | $460 |
| Facility Reinspection | $150 |
(7-1-26)
401. -- 499. (RESERVED)
500. INSPECTION RULES.
All facilities are subject to inspection by the Board or its agents at any time without notice to insure the safe operation of each facility and to insure continued compliance with the requirements of NFPA 58 and the Idaho laws and rules. The Board may adopt a form which establishes for the facility those material rules of NFPA 58 which will be inspected, and a level of compliance necessary for issuance or retention of a license or disciplinary action. The Board may further determine the time frame a facility may be granted in order to comply with NFPA 58, but still continue to operate, or pursue disciplinary action for a failure to comply. In the event of non-compliance necessitating re-inspection, the Board may assess a re-inspection fee. (3-28-23)
501. -- 999. (RESERVED)