(a) The town council hereby finds that on-site wastewater treatment systems (OWTSs) or
septic systems are prone to failure with age, outmoded design, overuse or improper
installation, repair and maintenance. OWTS failure poses a risk to public health and
a potential contamination source to the surface waters, groundwater and the salt and
estuarine waters of the town. The purpose of this article is to establish a wastewater
management program (WMP). Under this program, all OWTS in the town are to be properly
operated, regularly inspected, and routinely maintained to prevent malfunctioning
systems and to serve, where appropriate, as an alternative to municipal sewer systems.
(b) When properly designed, used, maintained and installed, OWTS provide a viable and
cost-effective alternative to municipal sewers. Furthermore, within groundwater recharge
areas, OWTSs help to maintain the hydrological balance by reducing the transport of
water out of the recharge area.
(c) This program provides a framework for the efficient inspection, repair and maintenance
of septic systems in the town. It is the homeowner's responsibility, however, to ensure
that their system is well-maintained and properly functioning.
(Ord. of 11-4-1996, § 3.0; Ord. of 12-7-2005, § 3; Ord. of 9-17-2008, § 3; Ord. of 12-7-2009, § 3)
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