In 2010 Whatcom County, Washington adopted a comprehensive pipeline safety ordiance that included restriction on building hard to evacuate buildings (hospitals, schools, nursing homes, etc) within 500 feet of a transmission pipeline, a consultation required for other building, and proff of the use of One Call. The draft ordinance can be found by clicking here.

Model Washington State Setback Ordinance
In 2000 the Washington State Legislature passed new pipeline safety laws to ensure greater safety of the citizens of Washington State. Part of that new law included a directive to the Washington Municipal Research and Services Center to draft a model setback ordinance for local governments. To review that ordinance click here

Redmond, Washington Development Guide Related to Hazardous Liquid Pipelines
In October of 2002 Redmond passed an ordinance that established development guidance for development near hazardous liquid pipelines. To review that ordinance and development guide click here.

St. Peters, Missouri Setback Ordinance
In March of 2005 the City of St. Peters Missouri passed a setback ordinance after citizens raised numerous concerned about pipelines in their area. To review that ordinance click here.