powder storage

[say12]

where can i find reg's regarding powder storage at home? thanks.

[Boots]

I think you are limited at a residential location 20 lbs.
But the ordinances (how, where, etc) is set by your local authorities.

Primers: http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5374.html

Powder: http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5372.html

[say12]

Thanks!

[Homebrew2]

I think you are limited at a residential location 20 lbs.
But the ordinances (how, where, etc) is set by your local authorities.

Primers: http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5374.html

Powder: http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5372.html

Are these citations for "individuals" or for commercial entities?

[Chief-7700]

In order to inspect your home with out your permission requires a search warrant. Commercial properties are different.

[joelogic]

Stack it high, but safely.

[mjsweims]

I recall reading somewhere that the amount of powder is set by the local fire department. The 20 pounds quoted seems very little. I only reload for two metallic calibers and two shotgun gauges and very often I'll have more than 20 pounds on hand because of the different powders.

[Boots]

Are these citations for "individuals" or for commercial entities?

Those ordinances mainly are for commercial properties. You really have to check with your local fire department for ordinances.

I read somewhere else that it allows for up to 50 lbs, but then needs to be stored in a wooden cabinet with 1" think walls.
Again, it's really up to the locals that make the rules. But most will take national recommendations and go from there.

[BigBronco]

I am of the "Don't ask Don't tell" school of thought!

[Boots]

I am of the "Don't ask Don't tell" school of thought!

I agree BigBronco.


To add, from what I've gleamed off the internet, most of the ordinances refer to commercial facilities and very few with residential. There really is no concern when it come to the authorities.. and as stated above, they would need a search warrant. Which should never really be an issue unless you brought attention to yourself. (committed a crime)

There was discussion in another forum while looking this up that mentioned that concerned parties were mainly the fire department and how they would prefer not to deal with "cooking off" of ammunition while they are fighting a fire (but not an issue because they know the physics of it) but how they would prefer the location to display a hazmat placard so they know what they are dealing with.
Although I completely understand this position from their end... really?.... who would place a "explosives" placard on their house? Talking about drawing unwanted attention.
Next thing you know... your house is on the news and they are spouting off how you are one of those maniacs with an arsenal.

[Homebrew2]

Ok, I should have checked the FAQ's, answered here

[Boots]

Ok, I should have checked the FAQ's, answered here

yeah, but there's always a gotcha.... "however, your local city or county ordinances may impose additional limits"

So it's best to inquire... or just not say anything at all.

[Homebrew2]

yeah, but there's always a gotcha....

Yes, didn't mean to ignore that.

Maybe a bit more worrisome for those that plan for a worst case, i.e., having one's property searched:

felony.

[Boots]

Yeah, I think it's one of those non-issue things... until it becomes an issue.

[Homebrew2]

When I read the code and found that smokeless was considered an explosive, which it isn't technically, I really got to thinking ... I pay attention to news stories about arrests involving guns, then there's the comment about a bunch of ammo, then, occasionally, I hear about an "explosives" charge. I have thought to myself, jeez, explosives is quite a bit different than what I picture a normal gunny being into (in this day and age). But, now maybe I get it