Petroleum storage certificate
Who needs a petroleum storage certificate and what it means for your site
If you store or dispense petrol in South Lanarkshire, you must have a petroleum storage certificate for your site. This helps us make sure petrol is stored safely and does not put people or the environment at risk. The certificate applies to the premises, not to a person or business, and it stays valid unless the site changes significantly or closes for more than 12 months.
What the certificate covers
A certificate is needed for any site that keeps and dispenses petrol. It confirms that the storage arrangements meet safety rules. You do not need to renew it each year, but you must tell us if you make major changes to the site.
Annual fees
The person responsible for the fuel must pay a yearly fee. The amount depends on the maximum amount of petrol stored on the site. You can choose to pay for one year or up to ten years at once.
Fees are set by national Health and Safety Fees Regulations and may change each year.
| Band | Amount | Annual fee 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|
| A | Not exceeding 2,500 litres | £48 |
| B | Exceeding 2,500 litres but not exceeding 50,000 litres | £65 |
| C | Exceeding 50,000 litres | £137 |
When to contact us
Get in touch if you:
- need a new petroleum storage certificate
- plan to change your petrol storage arrangements
- are reopening a site that has been closed for more than 12 months
- have any questions about storing or dispensing petrol
Contact us
Contact Consumer and Trading Standards, we can answer questions about certificates, fees and petrol safety.
- Who needs a petroleum storage certificate and what it means for your site
- Petroleum storage at home or in a non workplace
Consumer and Trading Standards