Bulk petroleum storage
Special use permit criteria. In cases where bulk petroleum storage is listed a special permit use in a district, the following criteria shall apply:
(a) Evidence of compliance with the industrial processes regulations in division 16 of these regulations.
(b) Submission of evidence that any proposed fuel storage, deliveries or transportation will not pose a fire safety risk to neighboring residents or properties, or the general public, and will conform to all relevant fire safety codes.
(c) Submission of evidence that any proposed fuel storage, deliveries or transportation will not have a negative impact on surface or groundwater resources, air quality, and/or other environmental factors. The applicant must ensure that releases due to spills and overfill will not occur. Leak prevention measures must be included. Spill release plans shall be developed and approved by relevant authorities. The applicant must provide for an ongoing inspection program conforming to all relevant laws, regulations and best management practices. All safety measures must continue after the closure of any bulk petroleum storage facility.
(d) Submission of evidence, including, but not limited to, a drainage analysis and related plans, prepared by a professional civil engineer, licensed in the State of Rhode Island, showing that any development will not have a negative effect on adjacent properties or natural resources.
(e) Submission of evidence, including, but not limited to, an erosion and sediment control management plan, prepared by a professional civil engineer, licensed in the State of Rhode Island, showing that any development will not have a negative effect on adjacent properties or natural resources.
(f) Submission of evidence that the facility will be compatible with neighboring land uses, including, but not limited to, management of truck traffic, trash, potential light pollution and provisions for landscaping and screening of the facility.
(Ch. 914, § I(Att.), 12-19-23)