[Added 5-14-2019 by L.L. No. 2-2019]
This article shall provide regulations and standards regarding the operation of marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities and the transfer of flammable and combustible substances to and from watercraft.
As used in this article, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
CLASS I LIQUIDS
Liquids categorized and defined as "Class I" liquids by Article XIV of this chapter.
CLASS II LIQUIDS
Liquids categorized and defined as "Class II" liquids by Article XIV of this chapter.
CLASS IIIA LIQUIDS
Liquids categorized and defined as "Class IIIA" liquids by Article XIV of this chapter.
MARINE MOTOR FUEL-DISPENSING FACILITIES
A property or a portion thereof where flammable or combustible liquids or gases used as fuel for watercraft are stored and dispensed from fixed equipment on shore, piers, wharves, floats or barges into the fuel tanks of watercraft and shall include all other facilities used in connection therewith.
It shall be unlawful to operate a marine motor fuel-dispensing facility or otherwise dispense fuel to marine vehicles, whether by fixed pumping stations or by tank vehicle, without first obtaining a permit for same from the Chief Fire Marshal. A permit shall only be issued after an inspection by The Chief Fire Marshal or his designee for compliance with the provisions of this article and the Fire Code of New York State.
A marine motor fuel-dispensing facility shall have an attendant or supervisor who is fully aware of the operation, mechanics and hazards inherent to fueling of watercraft on duty whenever the facility is open for business. The primary function of said attendant or supervisor shall be to supervise, observe and control the dispensing of Class I, II or III liquids or flammable gases as defined by this chapter or the Fire Code of New York State.
The storage and handling of Class I, Class II or Class IIIA liquids at marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be in accordance with the provisions of this article and the Fire Code of New York State.
A. 
Class I liquids stored inside of buildings used for marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be stored in approved containers or portable tanks. Storage of Class I liquids shall not exceed 10 gallons. This provision shall not apply to storage in liquid storage rooms which are maintained in accordance with the Fire Code of New York State.
B. 
Class II or IIIA liquids stored or dispensed inside of buildings used for marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be stored in and dispensed from approved containers or portable tanks. Storage of Class II or Ill liquids shall not exceed 120 gallons.
C. 
Heating equipment installed in Class I, II or IIIA liquid storage or dispensing areas shall comply with the Fire Code of New York State.
D. 
The dispensing of liquid fuels at marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities as well as all equipment used at said facilities shall comply with the provisions of this article and the Fire Code of New York State.
Wharves, piers or floats at marine motor fuel-dispensing facilities shall be used exclusively for the dispensing or transfer of petroleum products to or from marine craft, except that transfer of essential ship stores is allowed.