June 2nd, 2009
New Septic Rules and Higher Fees on Whidbey Island
The Island County Board of Health adopted new rules in 2007, that were in response to the Washington State Health Department’s regulations that require the monitoring of private sewer systems in the twelve counties that border Puget Sound.
Generally, all gravity fed systems must be checked every three years. More complicated systems must be checked annually. Besides the inspection requirements there is also a new $62 registration fee payable to Island County for submission of inspection reports. Homeowners can take a class to self inspect basic gravity systems, but alternative systems must be inspected by a qualified professional.
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More Information in May 27th Whidbey Examiner Article
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