HomeMy WebLinkAbout06 0517 12 Health BoardJEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH
ORDINANCE NUMBER 06-0517-12
(Repeals and Replaces Ordinance No. 06-0719-07)
Jefferson County
8.15 ON-SITE SEWAGE CODE
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Jefferson County
8.15 ON-SITE SEWAGE CODE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE PAGE
8.15.010 Authority/Scope 2
8.15.020 Purpose 2
8.15.030 Adoption by Reference 2
8.15.040 Administration 2
8.15.050 Definitions 2
8.15.060 Adequate Sewage Disposal Required 7
8.15.070 No Discharge to Water or Ground Surtace 8
8.15.080 On-site Sewage System Permit 8
8.15.090 Design 10
8.15.095 Commercial On-site Sewage Disposal Systems 12
8.15.100 Community On-site Sewage Disposal Systems 12
8.15.105 Subdivision Requirements 13
8.15.110 Inspection 14
8.15.120 Sewage System Installer 16
8.15.130 Septic Tank Pumpers 18
8.15.140 Operation and Maintenance Specialist 19
8.15.145 Homeowner Inspection Authorization 22
8.15.150 Operation, Maintenance and Monitoring 23
8.15.165 Waiver of State or Local Regulations 28
8.15.170 Appeal/Hearing 2g
8.15.180 Enforcement/Penalty 31
8.15.190 Severability 42
8.15.200 Fees 42
8.15.210 Effective Date 42
8.15.220 Conflict 42
Tables Table 1 - Minimum Monitoring Frequency 27
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Jefferson County Septic Code
8.15
JCC 8.15.010 AUTHORITYISCOPE
Pursuant to RCW 70.05 and RCW 43.20, the Jefferson County Board of Health is charged with the
duty of protecting the public health and safety of all inhabitants of Jefferson County, and enacting
such rules and regulations as are necessary in order to carry out these responsibilities and provide
for the enforcement thereof. The provisions of this regulation shall apply to all territory within the
boundaries of Jefferson County.
JCC 8.15.020 PURPOSE
The purpose of these regulations is to assure protection of public health by:
(1) Minimizing the public health effects of on-site sewage systems on surface water and ground
water;
(2) Minimizing the potential for public exposure to sewage;
(3) Establishing design, installation and management requirements for on-site sewage systems
to accommodate long-term treatment and disposal of sewage;
(4) Enhancing protection of environmentally sensitive areas within Jefferson County; and
(5) Compliance with the intent of Chapter 246-272A, WAC
JCC 8.15.030 ADOPTION BY REFERENCE
Washington Administrative Code Chapter, 246-272A On-site Sewage Systems Rules and
Regulations of the State Board of Health, as now or hereafter amended, is hereby adopted by
reference as Rules and Regulations of the Jefferson County Board of Health.
JCC 8.15.040 ADMINISTRATION
The Jefferson County Environmental Health Director, through authority delegated by the Jefferson
County Board of Health and the Jefferson County Health Officer shall administer these regulations.
Fees may be charged for this administration.
JCC 8.15.050 DEFINITIONS
In addition to those definitions set forth in WAC Chapter 246-272A the following definitions shall
also apply in this regulation:
Accessory Dwelling Unit: An additional dwelling unit either in or added to an existing single-
family detached dwelling, or in a separate accessory structure on the same lot as the main
structure, for use as a complete, independent living facility with provisions within the accessory
dwelling unit for cooking, eating, sanitation, and sleeping. Such a dwelling shall be considered an
accessory use of the main dwelling and be clearly subordinate to the main dwelling.
Certification: A certificate granted by the Health Officer permitting a person to practice in the field
of sewage disposal as an Operation and Monitoring Specialist, Installer, or Pumper of onsite
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sewage systems. This term does not include a "Homeowner Inspection Authorization," aterm
defined elsewhere in this Chapter.
Chain of Custody: A procedure to ensure that samples have been in the possession of, or
secured by, an authorized person at all times from sample collection to receipt by the laboratory.
The procedure includes:
1. Obtaining the sample by Health Officer or designee with owner or owner representative
present.
2. Assignment of sample ID number.
3. Labeling/tagging the sample container with assigned number and location taken.
4. Documentation by authorized sampler of date and location of samples taken.
5. Delivery by secured means to the certified laboratory.
Community On-site Sewage System: Any on-site sewage system designed to serve two (2) or
more independent stand-alone dwelling units with design flows of up to 3,500 gallons per day. An
OSS serving only one single-family residence plus one accessory dwelling unit is not considered a
community on-site sewage system.
Commercial On-site Sewage System: Any nonresidential or combined residential/nonresidential
on-site sewage system with a design flow of up to 3,500 gallons per day.
Critical Areas: Means geologically hazardous areas, frequently flooded areas, critical aquifer
recharge areas, wetlands, and fish and wildlife habitat areas, all as defined through WAC 365-196
as "critical areas' and regulated in Jefferson County Chapter 18.22 as adopted or hereinafter
amended.
Department: The Washington State Department of Health
Design: An on-site sewage disposal system design shall consist of a complete scale drawing of
the site plan showing the proposed sewage disposal system, including all relevant details as
specified herein and in WAC 246-272A and Jefferson County Policies. The design shall use the
format and forms provided or approved by JCPH. Proper identification and location of soil logs
and drainfield components at the site are considered to be part of the design.
Designer: An individual authorized by the Washington State Department of Licensing to perform
design services for on-site wastewater treatment system pursuant to chapter 18.210 RCW.
Throughout this chapter this term applies to both on-site sewage treatment system designers
licensed under chapter 18.210 RCW and professional engineers licensed under chapter 18.43
RCW.
Dwelling Unit: A unit providing complete independent living facilities for one or more persons,
including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.
Education Contact Hours: Contact participation in an organized educational experience led or
facilitated by qualified sponsorship, capable of direction and qualified instruction. Courses must be
approved by the Health Officer or designee and be sources of expanded knowledge pertaining to
on-site sewage treatment and disposal. A copy of the agenda or syllabus showing date, time,
subject matter, presenter, sponsor and evidence of actual participation must be presented at the
time of certification renewal. This evidence could be in the form of a certificate of completion, a
receipt or a copy of the attendance roster of the training event.
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Evaluation of Existing System: A monitoring inspection of an onsite sewage system containing
the information specified on forms approved by JCPH.
Expansion: A change in a residence, facility, site or use that:
1. Causes an on-site sewage system to exceed its existing treatment or disposal capability: for
example, when a residence is increased from two to three bedrooms or there is a change in
use of the residence, or a change in use from an office to a restaurant; or
2. Reduces the treatment or disposal capability of the existing on-site sewage system or the
reserve area: for example, when a building is placed over a reserve area.
Failure: A condition of an on-site sewage system that threatens the public health by inadequately
treating sewage or by creating a potential for direct or indirect contact between sewage and the
public. Examples of failure include, but are not limited to:
1. Sewage on the surface of the ground;
2. Sewage backing up into a structure caused by slow soil absorption of septic tank effluent;
3. Sewage leaking from a septic tank, pump chamber, holding tank, septic system component
other than the drainfield, or collection system;
4. Cesspools or seepage pits where evidence of ground water or surface water quality
degradation exists;
5. Inadequately treated effluent contaminating ground water or surface water, as demonstrated
through 1) a positive tracing dye result; and 2) a coliform count of at least 500 organisms
per 100mL of water; or 3) the presence of the disposal component of the on-site sewage
system located in ground water; or
6. Noncompliance with conditions stipulated on the OSS permit.
Fees: Charges as hereinafter authorized and adopted by ordinance by the Jefferson County
Board of Commissioners or the Jefferson County Board of Health..
Gray water: means sewage from bathtubs, showers, bathroom sinks, washing machines,
dishwashers, and kitchen sinks. It includes sewage from any source in a residence or structure
that has not come into contact with toilet wastes.
Health Officer: The local Health Officer of Jefferson County Public Health, or a representative
authorized by and under the direct supervision of the local Health Officer, as defined in chapter
70.05 RCW.
Homeowner Inspector: A person issued a Homeowner Inspection Authorization by Jefferson
County Public Health. This term includes other persons, including owners of commercial property,
that receive approval by Jefferson County Public Health to complete monitoring inspections of the
onsite sewage system serving a commercial establishment.
Homeowner Inspection Authorization: An authorization granted to an individual who has met
the requirements of 8.15.145 (2) and personally holds the responsibility and liability for completing
and reporting monitoring inspections on registered OSS in Jefferson County.
Installer: An individual who has passed the Jefferson County installer's exam, holds a current
bond and insurance as specified in JCC 8.15.120, personally holds an Installer's Certificate and
directly supervises the installation and/or repair of an on-site sewage disposal system in Jefferson
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County.
JCPH: Jefferson County Public Health
Modification: Alteration of an existing on-site sewage component that does not result in an
increase of the capacity of the system.
Monitoring Inspection: An inspection of the components associated with a specific OSS
containing the information specified on forms approved by JCPH.
Notice of Violation: Written determination that an element or section of these rules and
regulations has not been complied with.
On-site Sewage System (OSS): An integrated system of components, located on or nearby the
property it serves, that conveys, stores, treats, and/or provides subsurface soil treatment and
dispersal of sewage. It consists of a collection system, a treatment component or treatment
sequence, a soil dispersal component, and a reserve area. An on-site sewage system also refers
to a holding tank sewage system or other system that does not have a soil dispersal component.
This includes systems previously defined as:
1. Conventional: systems consisting solely of a septic tank and a gravity SSAS, or those
including a pump to a gravity SSAS.
2. Alternative: all systems not defined as conventional, such as pressurized, public domain
treatment devices and proprietary products .
Operation and Monitoring Agreement: A document regarding monitoring of the OSS signed by
the owner and recorded to the property. The document identifies that the property is served by an
OSS and describes the owners' responsibility to operate, monitor and maintain the system in
accordance with state and local requirements.
Operation and Monitoring Specialist: An individual with training, skill, and experience in the
maintenance, monitoring, and operation of an OSS and who is certified by JCPH to inspect and
monitor the performance of an OSS.
Owner: Title owner, per the Assessor's Office, of a particular parcel or property. Residence or
domicile at a particular parcel is not required to satisfy this definition.
Pre-occupancy Inspection: Any inspection/s of the OSS that are required before a certificate of
occupancy can be issued.
Probation: A penalty period where the individual committing the violation shall be subject to
additional review, reporting and/or inspection.
Proprietary product: A sewage treatment or distribution technology, method, or material subject
to a patent or a trademark.
Pumper: An individual approved and granted a Certificate to operate by the Health Officer to
remove and transport wastewater or septage from septic tanks, pump chambers and portable
toilets. Said individuals may repair baffles within the septic tank, install or repair risers on septic
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tanks or pump chambers, vacuum and hydro-jet systems, and install outlet bafFle filters in a septic
tank.
Record Drawing: A accurate graphic and written record of the location and features of the OSS
that are needed to properly monitor, operate, and maintain that system.
Repair: The reconstruction, relocation, or replacement of any portion of a failed or sub-standard
on-site sewage system. This includes actions proposed to impact the soils surrounding the
disposal component to increase the dispersal of effluent or remediate clogged soil surfaces.
Resident Owner: A person who owns a parcel, per the Assessor's Office, and occupies, or
intends to occupy, that parcel.
Residential Sewage: Sewage having the constituency and strength typical of wastewater from
domestic households not containing chemicals or other waste components atypical of a residential
source.
Revocation: The termination of all the rights and privileges associated with a certification or
homeowner inspection authorization.
Scale bar: The graphic representation by which distances can be measured.
Scum: Lighter solids, such as fats and grease that rise to the top of a septic tank, holding tank or
pump chamber.
Septage: The mixture of solid wastes, scum, sludge, and liquids pumped from within septic tanks,
holding tanks, pump chambers, and other OSS components or removed from grease traps.
Septic Tank: A watertight treatment receptacle receiving the discharge of sewage from a building
sewer or sewers, designed and constructed to permit separation of settleable and floating solids
from the liquid, detention and anaerobic digestion of the organic matter, prior to discharge of the
liquid.
Sewage Disposal Permit: A written permit, including conditions of approval, issued by the Health
Officer or designee granting permission for the installation, modification, expansion, or repair of an
on-site sewage system.
Site Installer: An individual that has passed the installer's exam and maintains an annual
Certificate, but is working under the direction, insurance and bond of a Certified Installer.
Sludge: Heavy solids that settle to the bottom of a septic tank, holding tank or pump chamber.
Soil Log: A detailed description of soil characteristics providing information on the soil's capacity
to act as an acceptable treatment and disposal medium for sewage. It includes the excavation as
described in WAC 246-272A-0220(3).
SSAS: Subsurface soil absorption system, as defined in WAC 246-272A-0010(2).
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Suspension: The temporary termination of all rights and privileges associated with a certification
or homeowner inspection authorization.
Violation: A failure to comply with the provisions of applicable laws, rules or regulations including,
but not limited to instances or cases when:
1. A Designer submits a permit application or a record drawing of an on-site sewage disposal
system which contains any significant deviation below the minimum requirements for siting
or sizing of on-site waste water treatment.
2. An individual designs or installs an on-site sewage system that is not in accordance with the
applicable regulations, or is not fitting the size, shape or topography of the site, within
setbacks, as specified in the WAC Chapter 246-272A; specification or approval of
inadequate construction material, devices or methods.
3. A system is not installed in accordance with the approved permit.
4. Installer fails to notify the designer and/or JCPH when site conditions have changed making
installation of the approved permitted system impossible or impractical.
5. A pumper disposes of wastewater or septage at an unapproved disposal site.
6. A designer fails to submit record drawing plans as specified in chapter 8.15.110(4).
7. An authorized person (including a Homeowner Inspector) fails to submit required reports to
JCPH as specified in the conditions of the on-site sewage disposal permit or in this chapter.
8. A Certificate holder fails to pay fees as specified by Jefferson County Ordinance.
9. A person holding a Certificate or license to install, pump or monitor an OSS fails to report to
JCPH within 24 hours any nonfunctioning on-site components that could result in human
contact with sewage effluent.
10.An owner fails to complete required monitoring inspections, comply with the monitoring
schedule in TABLE 1 and/or submit the reports to JCPH or the approved entity.
11.An owner fails to comply with conditions of the on-site sewage permit.
WAC :Washington Administrative Code
JCC 8.15.060 ADEQUATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL REQUIRED
(1) Every residence, place of business, or other building or place where people congregate, reside
or are employed shall be connected to an approved public sewer. If no public sewer is
available, the building sewer shall be connected to an on-site sewage system approved by the
Health Officer. Said sewage disposal system shall be built or rebuilt, constructed and
maintained in such manner as to meet the requirements as prescribed by the Health Officer in
accordance with minimum requirements and standards of WAC 246-272A and this code. Such
system may include the use of waterless toilet devices in conjunction with an approved gray
water system or other proprietary products approved by Washington State Department of
Health.
(2) Any unitffacility with the potential to generate waste water by virtue of being equipped with a
toilet, sink, shower or other plumbing fixture shall be connected to an approved public sewer or
shall be connected to an on-site sewage system approved by the Health Officer.
(3) Any new or replacement residence or commercial structure, or any expansion, as that term is
defined in Section 8.15.050 of this Code, may be connected to apre-existing on-site sewage
system only when the pre-existing system has hydraulic capacity, sufficient vertical and
horizontal separation, an adequate reserve area and satisfies all other requirements to be in
compliance with current code.
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' JCC 8.15.070 NO DISCHARGE TO WATER OR GROUND SURFACE
Effluent from any on-site sewage disposal system shall not be discharged directly or indirectly to
surface water or upon the surface of the ground, except where expressly permitted by JCPH or by
the Washington State Department of Ecology.
JCC 8.15.080 ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEM PERMIT
(1) No person shall install or cause to be installed a new on-site sewage system, nor perform any
modification, extension, repair, relocation or connection to an existing on-site sewage system
without a valid permit issued by the Health Officer.
(2) When applying for a permit to install an on-site sewage system, a detailed to-scale construction
plan of the proposed system and site is required and shall include all items identified herein.
Each application shall contain the information required herein, and those items identified on the
Septic Permit Application form as a minimum.
(3) The minimum land area required for approval of an OSS permit shall be determined by either
Method 1 or Method 2 analysis as established in WAC 246-272A. Applications shall be
reviewed in accordance with Jefferson County Policy 97-2 adopted by the Board of Health as
amended or replaced.
(4) Where more than one lot is required to meet minimum land area requirements for issuance of a
permit, a Declaration of Restrictive Covenant shall be recorded binding together, at a minimum,
the lots required to meet the minimum land area requirements. Any remaining lots not included
in the Declaration of Restrictive Covenant must either meet minimum land area requirements or
have a notice recorded to the title stating that the lots do not meet minimum land area
requirements for a septic system and that the lots are not eligible for a waiver under Jefferson
County Policy 97-2 or as amended or replaced.
(5) Permits are transferable with property ownership.
(6) Any sewage disposal permit issued under this section shall be valid for a period of three (3)
years from the date of issuance.
a. The permit may remain valid if the property for which the permit has been issued also
has an active building permit for a structure that will be connected to the on-site sewage
system.
b. If the system is not installed before the permit expires, a new permit may be applied for,
based on standards in effect at the date of the new application. Information as specified
in JCC 8.15.090 shall be submitted with any new application.
(7) Repair permit. Repair permits shall expire ninety (90) days from the date of issue. Repair
permits may be renewed for an additional ninety (90) days if the Health Officer determines it is
warranted.
(8) The Health Officer may revoke or deny a permit for due cause. Examples include, but are not
limited to:
a. Development or continued use of an OSS that threatens the public health;
b. Misrepresentation or inaccuracy in the construction plan or the permit application
whether intended or accidental, shall be considered as grounds for invalidating and
voiding any application or permit issued under this section. The applicant or their
authorized agent is responsible for the accurate representation of all information
presented to the Health Officer;
c. Failure to meet conditions of the permit or the regulations; or
d. Changes or alterations to the site such as grading, filling, clearing, or burning operations.
(9) Jefferson County Public Health shall have neither an obligation nor the power to reduce the
requirements to accommodate a Designer or Installer's error.
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' (10) For any on-site sewage system proposed to serve a structure requiring a flood control zone
permit under the provisions of chapter 86.16 RCW and chapter 508-60 WAC, or requiring a
flood plain certification by Jefferson County under the provision of the Flood Damage
Prevention Ordinance, the OSS installation permit shall not be issued until a flood control
zone permit or flood plain certification has been issued in accordance with Jefferson County
Ordinance 18-1120-95 or subsequent amendments. An OSS installation permit shall comply
with the standards in said ordinance.
(11) On-site sewage disposal permits shall comply with regulations and policies established by the
State of Washington, the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, the Jefferson CountyCode,
including, but not limited to, the Jefferson County Critical Areas Ordinance, the Jefferson
County Shoreline Master Plan, the Jefferson County Unified Development Code and any
other duly adopted land use regulations of Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend in
the case of lands within the city, as adopted or hereinafter amended.
(12) Any pending and all future permits and approvals by the JCPH for the subject property shall
be withheld when written notice of noncompliance with Jefferson County and other applicable
codes has been provided to the property owner. Permits and applications shall be released
only upon satisfactory remedy of the non-complying action or activity.
(13) No on-site sewage system permit shall be issued for industrial, chemical or hazardous waste
disposal.
(14) A soil log report shall be provided on a health department approved form by the individual
who performed the soil evaluation. The report shall identify the date the soil observations
were made and the name of the individual who logged the soils for the report. Soils
evaluation shall be completed by a Designer or Professional Engineer licensed in the state of
Washington, soil scientist licensed in the state of Washington, the local health officer or
designee.
(15) Uniform soil testing procedures shall be as described under WAC246-272A-0220 and be
used in addition to the following procedures:
a. A minimum of 2 soil logs shall be dug in each, the proposed primary area and the
proposed reserve area of sufficient size and depth to accurately determine site suitability
for on-site sewage disposal.
b. The Health Officer or designee may require additional soil logs or such further testing as
is necessary to determine the adequacy of a site for on-site sewage disposal.
c. Where sieve analysis tests are required they shall be completed by a certified lab and
chain of custody requirements shall be followed.
(16) It shall be the responsibility of the owner or owner's authorized representative to fill/cover the
holes provided for evaluation of the soils for an installation permit or subdivision review within
ten (10) days following notification that the inspection by the Health Officer is complete. The
property owner shall be notified in writing when the inspection has been completed.
(17) Any OSS not located entirely on the property originating the sewage must be secured by
appropriate easements and/or covenant recorded with the Jefferson County Auditors Office
prior to issuance of the permit unless specifically waived by the health officer. In all cases the
easement or covenant shall be secured and recorded prior to final approval of the system
installation.
(18) Pending on-site sewage disposal permit applications.
a. Applications for which no decision has been issued within twelve (12) months following
the date of application, due to a lack of action by the applicant, and after receipt of
written notice of pending expiration, shall expire by limitation.
b. The Health Officer may extend the time for action by the applicant for a period not to
exceed 180 days upon written request by the applicant showing that circumstances
beyond the control of the applicant have prevented action from being taken. No
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application shall be extended more than once.
c. In order to renew action on an application after expiration, the applicant shall resubmit
the application and plans, pay current application fees and meet current rules and
regulations.
d. The applicant shall be provided a 60-day notice by certified mail of the pending
expiration of a permit application.
e. The statement "Voided -Lack of Action" shall be entered on the record for an expired
pending permit application.
f. Plans and other data submitted for review shall thereafter be retained as per the
Jefferson County Records Retention Schedule.
JCC 8.15.090 DESIGN
(1) All on-site sewage disposal systems shall be designed in accordance with these rules, and the
criteria in WAC 246-272A, by the local Health Officer, by an on-site sewage system designer
licensed by the Washington State Department of Licensing to perform design work pursuant to
chapter 18.120 RCW or by a licensed engineer pursuant to RCW 18.43 RCW.
(2) Permits shall be issued for wastewater meeting domestic waste strength criteria as defined in
the "Design Manual: On-site wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems," United States
Environmental Protection Agency, EPA-625/1-80-012 and EPA-625/R-001008 except where
modified by, or in conflict with WAC246-272A or this code. Pretreatment shall be required for
non-residential/high- strength waste streams.
(3) Sewage system sizing criteria shall comply with the standards in WAC246-272A.
a. The number of bedrooms shall include all rooms labeled as bedrooms and any
additional heated rooms not labeled as bathrooms, kitchen, living room and dining room,
utility room and one bonus room except that the sewage system design may be for fewer
than determined above if a covenant provided by the health officer and signed by the
property owner is filed and recorded with the Jefferson County Auditor, so as to be
discovered during a title search, which declares the maximum capacity in bedrooms of
the sewage system.
b. In no case shall the septic system be sized for fewer bedrooms than the number of
rooms labeled as bedrooms or sleeping rooms such as guest room or bunk room.
c. The minimum design flaw for any dwelling unit is 240 gallons per day.
(4) Reserve Area. As a minimum an area equal to that required fora 100% replacement or repair,
completely separate from the primary area, and shown dimensioned on the site plan.
(5) Permit Application Submittal shall include the following items. Each page shall contain a
header with the name and address of the property owner, and the address or parcel number of
the property.
a. One copy of the JCPH "Septic Permit Application Form" providing all identified
information. This form shall have the signature of the property owner or authorized
representative as provided in writing.
b. Three copies of the design and construction specifications. One copy shall have an
original stamp and Designer signature with date prepared.
c. One copy of the soil log report submitted on a separate 8112" X 11" sheets. The
evaluation shall include the date of evaluation and identify the soil evaluator.
d. One copy of the calculations and assumptions supporting the proposed design including
all items outlined in JCC8.15.090(7).
e. One copy of the following information:
i. Directions to the site.
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ii. Identification if the parcel is within the boundaries of a sewer utility.
iii. If connecting to a community OSS provide:
1. The name, location and permit number of said system,
2. The name, address and point of contact with the system's management
entity,
3. A Customer Agreement with the management entity that provides a
commitment to serve the parcel.
iv. All easements impacting the OSS or access to the OSS, whether public or private
and whether or not recorded.
v. All Covenants impacting the OSS or access to the OSS, whether public or private
and whether or not recorded.
vi. One copy of any special reports applicable to the project, such as geotechnical
report or wetland delineation.
(6) Design and construction specifications shall include the following items and those required by
WAC 246-272A. This portion of the application shall be no more than 10 pages 11" X 17"
unless specifically authorized by the Health Officer. All sheets must be at least 8'/" X 11"but
not more than 11" X 17".
a. A complete, detailed, and dimensional site plan including:
i. The date of the design, the Designer's seal and the Designer's signature.
ii. An overall plan that represents the entire parcel to scale and identifying the
location of the system components. A scale bar is required.
iii. A scaled drawing of the area within 100' of the system that is at an engineering
scale not to exceed 1" = 50'. A scale bar is required.
iv. Designated and dimensioned areas for the proposed primary system and the
reserve area.
v. The location of all soil logs and other soil tests for the OSS.
vi. Location of utilities.
vii. General topography and the percent slope of the site within 100' of the system
and reserve areas.
viii. Drainage characteristics.
ix. The location of existing and proposed encumbrances including legal access
documents if any component of the OSS is not on the lot where the sewage is
generated.
x. An arrow indicating north on all site plans.
xi. Location of the essential tightline components of the sewage disposal system,
including all plumbing stub outlets between the building(s) and septic tank(s),
pump chamber(s), siphon chamber(s), tightline between septic tank or pump
chamber and distribution network and all drainfield lines.
xii. Identify cuts, banks, terraces, foundations, waters of the state, wells, driveways,
waterlines, and surface or subsurface drains within 100' of the system and
reserve.
xiii. Identify the access route or driveway to the site.
xiv. Clearly indicate scale on each site plan, including a scale bar.
b. Construction specifications.
c. Vertical cross-section drawings showing:
i. The depth of the disposal component from native grade, the vertical separation,
and depth of soil cover;
ii. Septic tank;
iii. Pump tank and its components;
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iv. Monitoring and access ports.
(7) Calculations and assumptions supporting the proposed design, including:
a. Soil type
b. Hydraulic loading rate in the disposal component
c. Systems maximum and average daily flow capacity and how determined
d. Source of the sewage including waste strength characteristics
e. Where pumps are included provide friction loss and dynamic head calculations.
(8) Nothing herein shall preclude the Designer from providing supplemental information
regarding the design directly to the client under separate cover.
(9) The proposed drainfield lateral/bed shall be staked in the field for inspection and review
unless specifically waived by the Health Officer or designee.
(10) Septic tanks shall:
a. Have watertight pumping access ports to ground surface over both compartments and at
the outlet and inlet to facilitate inspection and maintenance. A homeowner may provide
access ports to within 6" of the surface of the ground provided that a written agreement
to uncover them for required O & M inspections has been recorded with the title to the
property.
b. Be set on aself-leveling, stable base.
(11) Distribution boxes shall be fitted with risers to grade. Distribution box risers shall be sized
adequately to allow visible inspection of liquid level in the box, shall be constructed of durable
materials and shall be equipped with secure, tightly fitted lids.
JCC 8.15.095 COMMERCIAL ONSITE SEWAGE SYSTEMS
(1) Commercial onsite sewage systems as defined in this chapter shall be designed according to
the standards contained in WAC 246-272A and this code.
(2) If the ownership is by more than one individual a Management and Operations Agreement shall
be prepared by the applicant, approved by JCPH and recorded to the property as a covenant.
(3) All individual connections or separate uses within a commercial development shall be equipped
with a water meter or other approved method for monitoring flows to the onsite sewage system.
(4) All commercial on-site sewage systems shall provide an annual report to JCPH including the
following at a minimum:
a. Number of connections to the system and each connection's design flow.
b. Copies of inspection reports consisting of the items detailed in 8.15.150 (7) completed
per TABLE 1.
c. Records identifying any maintenance completed on the system components.
JCC 8.15.100 COMMUNITY ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
(1) Community on-site sewage systems as defined in this chapter shall be designed in accordance
with WAC 246-272A, this code and the maintenance criteria as set forth in the current
Washington State Department of Health "Design Standards for Large On-Site Sewage
Systems," 1996, and WAC 246-2726 or as they may be hereafter amended.
(2) Management of community on-site sewage systems shall be by an entity approved by JCPH. If
the lots are individually owned the management shall in all cases be provided by a public entity.
A homeowners association is not considered an approved entity for the management of a
community on-site sewage system.
(3) A covenant shall be recorded to the property and shall remain in place for the life of the on-site
sewage system or until the on-site sewage system is no longer needed. It shall provide the
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management entity the following items including but not limited to:
a. A legal easement allowing access for construction, operation and maintenance, and
repair of the OSS; and
b. Identification of an adequate financing mechanism to assure the funding of operation,
maintenance, and repair of the OSS.
(4) All lots, parcels, or individual connections to a community system shall be equipped with a
water meter or other approved method for monitoring flows into the system.
(5) Sites proposing community systems shall conform to the minimum land area requirements of
WAC 246-272A.
(6) All community on-site sewage systems shall provide an annual report to JCPH including the
following at a minimum:
a. Number of connections to the system and each connection's design flow.
b. Copies of inspection reports consisting of the items identified on forms provided or
approved by JCPH per 8.15.150 (10) and completed per 8.15.150 (7).
c. Records identifying all maintenance completed on the system components.
8.15.105 SUBDIVSION REQUIREMENTS
(1) A person proposing the development of Subdivisions, Planned Unit Developments, Binding site
plans and other land division shall obtain approval from the Health Officer, where the use of
OSS is proposed, prior to any development.
(2) The proposal shall comply with the standards of WAC 246-272A -0320 and the Jefferson
County Unified Development Code as amended.
(3) Where preliminary approval is requested the following shall be submitted at the time of
application:
a. Applicable fees
b. Preliminary plan of the proposal showing the layout of the lots.
c. A soils report and preliminary plan submitted by a licensed designer or licensed
professional engineer that:
i. Shows an area for each proposed lot/segregation that is suitable for onsite
sewage disposal and,
ii. Provides a minimum of 4 test pits, 2' X 4' x 6'deep, 2 in the area of the primary
drainfield and 2 in the area of the reserve. Test pits shall be flagged with the lot
number and,
iii. Identifies the locations of the test pits on the preliminary plan.
d. Soil test pits shall be made available for observation by Health Department Staff and
must be filled in upon completion of review and notification of such by the Health
Department.
e. Statements as to the type of potable water supply.
(4) To obtain Preliminary Approval
a. The Health Department staff shall review the application and perform field visits.
b. The highest anticipated ground water table elevation shall be determined. The Health
Officer or designee may require an evaluation during the months of suspected high
water table conditions where less than 18" of usable soil is observed.
c. Lot sizes shall meet minimum area requirements.
d. Soils suitable for the installation of OSS must be identified for each lot.
e. Conceptual or detailed designs may be required by the Health Officer or designee.
f. An evaluation of all existing onsite sewage systems within the bounds of the project shall
be completed by an entity authorized by the Health Officer or designee.
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g. Where a community system or large onsite sewage system is proposed as the method of
sewage disposal a preliminary layout design of the system must be submitted to the
Health Department as well as a letter from an approved management entity indicating
that they will meet the standards of JCC8.15.100.
h. For the water supply a Utility Service Review shall be completed.
i. Public water supplies shall be developed consistent with provision of the Jefferson
County Coordinated Water System Plan ,Washington State Department of Health
Drinking Water regulations WAC246-290 as amended and Washington State
Department of Ecology water rights provisions RCW 90.03 AND/OR RCW 90.44.
ii. Wells, whether individual or public shall not encumber adjacent property owner/s
and shall be protected by a sanitary control area of a 100 foot radius. If a sanitary
control area of a 100' radius cannot be met, evidence of adjacent property owners
written consent shall be submitted to the Health Department. For existing wells
the sanitary control area shall be established by covenant and portrayed
graphically on the face of the plat.
(5) To obtain Final Approval
a. All conditions of the preliminary approval shall be met
b. The locations of test pits used for the preparation of the soils report shall be portrayed or
the final plat.
JCC 8.15.110 INSPECTION
(1) An initial inspection by the Health Officer or designee shall be conducted to verify soil and site
conditions for the proposed design unless expressly waived by the health officer.
(2) The Health Officer or designee may make inspections during construction to determine
compliance with these regulations.
(3) It shall be the responsibility of the Installer of the system to notify the Designer for inspections
as specified in the design or in permit conditions.
(4) It shall be the responsibility of the Installer of the system to notify the health department within
one working day prior to commencement of system construction, of the intent to install the
system. This shall be done by means of a start card to be submitted by fax or emailed to a
designated address.
(5) Final inspection
a. A pre-cover inspection shall be conducted on all systems by the Designer of record or
other licensed Designer or engineer where that person is taking responsibility to certify
the system installation.
b. For pressurized or proprietary systems-
i. The Designer shall be responsible for all inspections during the construction of the
OSS.
ii. After completion of the system, when the system is fully functional the Designer
shall contact the Health Officer or designee to schedule a joint inspection of the
OSS.
c. The Designer of record or other licensed Designer or engineer where that person is
taking responsibility to certify the system installation shall submit a record drawing of the
system installation including the items specified in this section.
d. No part of any on-site sewage system installation shall be put into use until final approval
has been obtained from the Health Officer or designee.
(8) Partial installation may be allowed and shall be subject to all of the following requirements and
limitations:
a. Installation shall take place prior to the expiration date of the permit and;
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b. The Health Officer or designee shall be notified of the intent to install the system as
described in this section and;
c. At a minimum the treatment and disposal components shall be installed and;
d. The system shall be vested only for the portions that are installed and;
e. The system shall be subject to review at the time of building permit for a structure to use
the system under 8.15.060(3) and;
f. A report shall be submitted by the designer of record or other licensed designer or
engineer where that person is taking responsibility to certify the system installation. The
report shall provide details on what was installed and shall be accompanied by a
drawing locating the components that were installed prior to the expiration of the permit.
g. An additional inspection and/or permit, with appropriate fees, may be required to
complete the installation and finalize the system.
(7) Final approval of on-site systems by the Health Officer can be made only after;
a. Satisfactory inspection of the installed system
b. Receipt by JCPH of record drawings of the final construction with the operational
settings and installation data report,
c. Receipt of the Homeowner Operations and Monitoring Manual, and
d. Compliance with installation conditions of the permit
(8) If installation or workmanship of the on-site sewage system does not meet the requirements
of this code or conditions of the permit, the Health Officer or designee shall order corrections
and cause a subsequent inspection to be made. Fees may be charged for subsequent
inspections.
(9) Designer inspections. Nothing contained herein shall prohibit the Designer of record from
requiring additional Designer-performed inspections to ensure compliance with the design
and regulations.
(10) Record Drawings:
a. After installation of the sewage disposal system has been completed, a scaled and
dimensional record drawing of the sewage disposal system shall be prepared by the
Designer of the system as specified in JCC 8.15.110 (2) and (3) on forms provided or
approved by JCPH.
b. The record drawing shall include:
i. Information identified on the JCPH "Final Inspection Report "Form as applicable
to the system installed;
ii. Measurements to existing site features enabling the first tank manhole to be
easily located;
iii. A dimensioned reserve area;
iv. For repaired or altered OSS, the new, repaired or altered components with their
relationship to the existing system;
v. North direction indicated;
vi. Location of all sewage system components;
vii. Stub outs;
viii. Tightlines;
ix. Pump and/or siphon chamber(s);
xi. Drainfield lines or bed and fill area(s) whe
xii. Other treatment components -sand filter,
xiii. Driveway -existing and/or proposed;
xiv. Building(s) size, shape and placement;
xv. Water line(s);
xvi. Location of utility and/or other easements;
n applicable;
proprietary device, disinfection unit;
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xvii. Slope(s) -direction and percent;
xviii. Cuts, banks, terraces;
xix. Foundations;
xx. Property lines;
xxi. Surface waters, springs, wells;
xxii. Additional information as required for systems that are covered by Washington
State Guidelines;
xxiii. Designer's stamp and signature, and date of installation;
xxiv. Other pertinent information.
(11) The Designer shall provide to the property owner:
a. One copy of the Homeowners Operations and Monitoring Manual and,
b. The "record drawing" of the completed system with the operational settings and
installation data.
(12) APre-occupancy Inspection prior to occupancy of a residence shall be required if there were
no permanent structures connected to the OSS and the system requires a pump or siphon or
there was not permanent power wired to a permanent structure connected to the OSS at the
time of finalization of the OSS permit. This inspection may be performed by the Health
Department, Designer, or a Certified Operations and Maintenance Specialist. This inspection
shall verify that conditions are consistent with the final inspection and system settings are the
same. The inspection report shall be submitted on forms provided or approved by JCPH.
Fees shall be charged for inspection.
JCC 8.15.120 SEWAGE SYSTEM INSTALLER
(1) Certificate Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in
construction, alteration, repair or modification of on-site sewage systems without first having
been issued a Septic System Installer's Certificate by the Health Officer.
(2) Requirements for Sewage System Installer shall include the following:
a. Application shall be made on forms provided by the Health Officer.
b. Certificate and/or application fees as set forth in the Fee Schedule shall be payable to
JCPH.
c. Written proof showing a minimum of one year experience under the direct supervision of
a Certified Installer, Designer or Operation and Monitoring Specialist. Completion of
classroom training specific to on-site sewage system installation as approved by JCPH
may be substituted for up to six months of work experience.
d. Such certificate shall be issued only after the applicant has indicated a basic knowledge
of the proper installation and function of a sewage system and knowledge of the
provisions of this chapter and WAC 246-272A by successful completion of a JCPH
examination. If the applicant scores below 70 percent, a license shall not be granted and
the applicant may request to take the next available examination. Fees for reexamination
shall be required.
(3) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate
renewal applications, along with the required bond, renewal fee, and verification of continuing
education shall be submitted to the Health Officer no later than March 1. The Certificate shall
not be issued or renewed if the applicant is found by the Health Officer to be out of compliance
or in violation of the provisions of this chapter.
(4) Lapse of certification for lack of bond, payment of fees or verification of continuing education
shall require completion and passage of the JCPH examination and provision of items
identified.
(5) An Installer's Certificate is not transferable.
(6) An Installer's Certificate grants authority to install any on-site sewage system approved for use
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in the State of Washington, EXCEPT in the case of a proprietary product where a special
authorization, in writing, is required by the manufacturer or patent holder.
(7) A Jefferson County Certified Installer, or Site Installer as defined in JCC 8.15.050 shall be
present on the site during all phases of system installation.
(8) Maintenance items, including those listed in JCC8.15.140 (4) b. and WAC 246-272A (2), shall
be reported on an inspection report to JCPH in an approved format.
(9) Exception. A bona fide resident owner may construct, alter, repair, or modify a permitted on-site
sewage system on his/her own property for his/her own use without obtaining an Installer's
Certificate, PROVIDED:
a. That he/she complies with other terms of this chapter, WAC 246-272A-0250, AND
b. That he/she installs no more than one (1) system in any one (1) calendar year, AND
c. The on-site sewage system is intended to serve the primary residence of the owner,
AND
d. The resident owner does not arrange for, nor contract, nor hire, with or without
reimbursement, any person or concern to perform that work, unless that person is a
Jefferson County Certified Sewage System Installer as set forth in this section, AND
e. The sewage system is located on the same lot as the residence or situated on adjoining
property controlled by the owner and legally listed as an encumbrance, AND
f. Prior to beginning installation the Health Officer or designee AND the Designer are
contacted to schedule required inspections, AND
(10) A property owner may not install the OSS and its components, unless specifically allowed by
the Health Officer or designee, if the site meets any of the following criteria:
i. Has horizontal or vertical separations less than required in WAC 246-272A;
ii. Receives commercial or industrial wastewater as defined in WAC 246-272A;
iii. Is permitted as a nonconforming repair;
iv. Has a reduced drainfield size of 50% or less;
v. Is within 200' of surface water, as measured from the ordinary high water mark;
vi. Is within 200' of a Category I or II wetland;
vii. Is in a 100yr floodplain, as defined by the Federal Emergency Management
Agency;
viii. Is in a Special Aquifer Recharge Protection Areas as defined in JCC 18.15.240 or
as amended;
ix. Is in a Marine Recovery Area;
x. Is adjacent to a marine shoreline.
(11) Site Installer. A Certified Sewage System Installer may sponsor a site installer to be
responsible for compliance with WAC 246-272A. The Certified Installer shall inform the
Health Officer of the site installer's name(s) and of any changes in employment status of
sponsored site installers. Site installers must pass the Installer's exam and maintain their
annual certificate.
(12) Bond and Insurance Required. Prior to the issuance of a Sewage System Installer's
Certificate, the applicant must be in possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the
Special or General Contractors Laws of the State of Washington running to Jefferson County
Public Health on a form approved by JCPH in the sum of $20,000 and executed by a surety
company duly authorized to do business in the state of Washington. The bond shall be
conditioned that the holder of the certificate and his/her agents, in performing work governed
by these rules and regulations, shall exercise all reasonable care and skill and shall comply
with all the terms and conditions of these rules and regulations. The bond must be kept in
effect during the period of time for which the certificate is issued and cancellation of the bond
shall automatically suspend the certificate. The bond shall run for a period of thirty-six (36)
months following termination of the certificate. Applicant shall provide proof of business
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liability insurance in the minimum amount of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00) in
accordance with the Special or General Contractors Laws of the State of Washington.
EXCEPT, site installers working for or under the direction of a general contractor who is also
a certified installer may have this requirement waived if the general contractor provides a
written statement indicating their assumption of responsibility for the individual's work, and
agreement to coverage of the individual by the general contractor's bond and liability
insurance.
(13) Continuing Education. Each installer shall obtain a minimum of eight (8) hours of approved
classroom training every two (2) years. Subject matter must be directly related to on-site
sewage disposal and be acceptable to the Health Officer. Proof of training shall be submitted
annually with application for certificate renewal.
(14) Suspension/Revocation. A sewage system Installers certificate may be revoked or suspended
as set forth in JCC 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in noncompliance with provisions
of this chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation.
8.15.130 SEPTIC TANK PUMPERS
(1) Certificate Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to engage in the
activity of cleaning any septic tank, pump chamber, chemical toilet, or removing other
accumulations of sewage without first having obtained a Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate from
the Health Officer.
(2) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate
renewal applications, along with the required bond, renewal fee, and verification of continuing
education shall be submitted to the Health Officer no later than March 1. The Certificate shall
not be issued or renewed if the applicant is found by the Health Officer to be out of compliance
or in violation of the provisions of this chapter.
(3) A Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate is not transferable.
(4) Septage Disposal Site Approval. It shall be unlawful to dispose of septic tank pumpings or
other accumulated sewage at any location other than disposal sites designated and approved
by the Washington State Department of Ecology.
(5) No material/substance shall be discharged into any component of the OSS during pumping or
maintenance excepting that tanks may be filled with water to prevent floatation.
(6) Access risers and monitoring ports shall be secured against tampering and accidental access
prior to leaving a site where a tank has been serviced or inspected.
(7) Reporting Requirements.
a. Each pumper shall submit to the Health Officer not later than the tenth day of each
month a report on a form provided by JCPH. Said report shall contain:
i. The dates, sources, disposal site, disposal receipts, and volume of each load of
wastes handled from the preceding calendar month.
ii. Vacuuming system on each occurrence with the date and physical address and
property owner name.
iii. Hydro-jetting system on each occurrence with the date and physical address and
property owner name.
iv. Each pumper shall list portable toilet locations, the frequency of service and the
disposal location on the monthly report.
b. Each pumper shall complete an inspection report at each site where a holding tank,
septic tank or pump chamber, is serviced. Inspection reports shall be submitted in the
format and manner prescribed by JCPH. Said report shall include at a minimum the
following information:
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i. Measured depth of scum and sludge in the septic tank and pump chamber if
present.
ii. Condition of tank(s), baffles, risers, screens
iii. Signs of backflow from drainfield
iv. Signs of ground water infiltration into tank(s)
c. By submitting these reports, the pumper affirms that they have pertormed inspection of
the items under 8.15.130(7) b and accurately reported the results.
(8) Pump Tank Requirements. Pumping equipment must be presented to JCPH for inspection at
the time of certificate application and renewal or upon request of the health officer.
a. The pump tank must be of at least 1,000 gallons in capacity and must be in good repair
and of cleanable construction.
b. All hoses and pumping equipment shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition while
stored or in transit.
c. All discharge valves shall be in good repair, free from leaks and be fitted with watertight
caps.
d. The name of the operating firm shall be prominently displayed on the sides of the
vehicle.
(9) Bond Required. Prior to the issuance of a Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate, the applicant must
post a bond with JCPH in a form approved by the Prosecuting Attorney of Jefferson County,
and executed by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of Washington, in the
sum of two thousand dollars ($2,000).
(10) Continuing Education. Each pumper shall obtain a minimum of six (6) hours of approved
classroom training every two (2) years. Subject matter must be directly related to on-site
sewage disposal and be acceptable to the Health Officer. Proof of training shall be submitted
annually with application for renewal.
(11) Suspension/Revocation. A Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate may be revoked or suspended
as set forth in 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in noncompliance with the terms of this
chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation.
8.15.140 OPERATION AND MONITORING SPECIALIST
(1) Certificate required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in any
operation and maintenance or monitoring inspection required by JCPH without first having been
issued an Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificate by the Health Officer, EXCEPT, as
identified in 8.15.150 (6).
(2) A sewage system Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificate shall not be transferable.
(3) Requirements for Monitoring Specialist Certificate shall include all of the following:
a. Application shall be made on forms provided by the Health Officer.
b. Certificate and/or application fees as set forth in the Fee Schedule shall be payable to
JCPH.
c. Written proof showing a minimum of one-year experience under the direct supervision of
a Certified Installer, Designer or Operation and Monitoring Specialist or other experience
as approved by the Health Officer. Completion of classroom training specific to on-site
sewage system operation and maintenance as approved by JCPH may be substituted
for up to six months work experience.
d. Written proof of completion of a minimum of sixteen (16) education contact hours in on-
site wastewater treatment, operation and maintenance at the Northwest On-site
Wastewater Training Center or equivalent.
e. Take and pass a written examination to verify the applicant's knowledge of the operation
and monitoring requirements, both herein and in WAC 246-272A or as amended, for the
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on-site sewage systems approved by the Washington State Department of Health,
excepting those proprietary devices requiring a special authorization from the system
proprietor. A passing score is a minimum of 70% correct.
(4) Scope of Practice
a. The Operations and Monitoring Specialist may complete regular monitoring of an on-site
sewage system including:
i. Measuring levels of sludge, scum and liquid in the system components,
ii. Visual evaluation of the condition of all system components,
iii. Inspect and report the condition of system components; monitoring ports and the
surface above the drainfield/disposal area,
iv. Record information from devices such as cycle counter or operating hour meters
and water meters.
b. The Operations and Monitoring Specialist may complete the following maintenance if
authorized by the homeowner:
i. Clean pump screen or outlet baffle screen,
ii. Install and repair septic tank lids, risers and baffles,
iii. Install or adjust flow distribution devices in a distribution box,
iv. Replace pumps, float switches, and check valves intended to prevent the back
flow of effluent into the pump chamber, within Washington State Labor and
Industry requirements,
v. Make repairs to a septic tank or pump chamber to correct a condition of ground
water intrusion or leakage,
vi. Excavate for purposes of affixing sweeping 45 degree angle lateral ends and
removable end caps on manifolds and lateral lines, for purposes of maintenance,
such as flushing, jetting and brushing.
c. The Operations and Monitoring Specialist shall not:
i. Pump the septic tank and/or pump chamber, EXCEPT in the case where he/she
also holds a valid Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate;
ii. Excavate an OSS's drainfield or any drainfield component, EXCEPT as stated in
8.15.140 (4) b. above, OR in the case where he/she also holds a valid Installer's
Certificate;
iii. Alter devices such as cycle counters or operating hour meters without the prior
written approval of JCPH;
iv. Alter or replace any portion of the subsurface disposal component or pretreatment
components, EXCEPT as stated in 8.15.140 (4) b. vi. and EXCEPT in the case
where he/she also holds a valid Installer's Certificate and a permit has been
obtained for such work; or
v. Replace or alter devices that monitor or regulate the distribution of the effluent,
EXCEPT as noted in (4) b. iii.
d. The Operations and Monitoring Specialist may expose portions of the OSS to create a
scaled location diagram with measurements to permanent objects. To complete or final
a permit the OSS components must be verified by JCPH inspection.
e. Access risers and monitoring ports shall be secured against tampering and accidental
access prior to leaving a site where an OSS has been serviced or inspected.
(5) The Operations and Monitoring Specialist shall report failure of an on-site sewage system to
JCPH within 24 hours of first identifying the failure.
(6) Inspection Reports shall be submitted by the Operations and Monitoring Specialist to JCPH or
other authorized agency within thirty (30) days following the inspection.
a. The reports shall be submitted in the format and manner prescribed by JCPH.
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b. Fees shall be charged for each report submitted with the exception of those submitted
within 60 days to follow-up on corrections identified in a previous report.
c. Fees due to Jefferson County for submittal of inspection reports shall be payable within
30 days of invoice.
d. By submitting the report the Operation and Monitoring Specialists affirms that they have
pertormed and accurately reported all current system and site conditions.
i. At a minimum, the monitoring inspection shall include a site visit and a visual
inspection of all tanks, pump basins, treatment units, disposal area and other
components of the system as detailed on the record drawing or site plan on
record.
e. Maintenance items completed, including those listed in 8.140 (4) b, shall be reported on
an inspection report to JCPH in an approved format within thirty (30) days of completion.
(7) For proprietary products that require monitoring and maintenance by an authorized person, an
O&M Specialist shall not monitor and maintain these products unless he/she has obtained
written authorization from the manufacturer or patent holder.
(8) Continuing Education. Each Operations and Monitoring Specialist shall obtain a minimum of
eight (8) hours of approved classroom training pertaining to on-site sewage treatment and
disposal every two (2) years. Proof of training shall be submitted annually with application for
renewal.
(9) Bond Required. Prior to the issuance of an Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificate, the
applicant must be in possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the Special or General
Contractors Laws of the State of Washington and provide proof of business liability insurance in
the minimum amount of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00).
(10) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate
renewal applications, along with the required bond, renewal fee, and verification of continuing
education shall be submitted to the Health Officer by March 1.
a. The certificate shall not be issued or renewed if the applicant is found by the Health
Officer to be out of compliance or in violation of any provision in this chapter.
b. After March 1 of any particular year, the certificate issued for the prior year shall become
void.
c. If an O&M Specialist's certification lapses or becomes void the applicant cannot renew a
certificate. The individual must comply with all requirements of this section in the same
manner as a new applicant, including passing the written exam.
(11) JCPH reserves the right to observe, audit, or inspect the on-site sewage system and related
activities of certificate holders.
(12) Suspension/Revocation. An Operation and Monitoring Specialist's Certificate may be
revoked or suspended as set forth in 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in noncompliance
with the terms of this chapter or has pertormed with negligence, incompetence or
misrepresentation.
8.15.145 Homeowner Inspection Authorization
(1) Inspection Authorization required. A property owner may complete monitoring inspections
required in this code for the system types and at the frequency identified in Table 1 after
receiving a Homeowner Inspection Authorization from the Health Officer.
a. Authorization allows the authorization holder to inspect an eligible on-site sewage
system serving the single family residence, duplex or other structure appurtenant to
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the single family residence on property that he/she owns. See (3) below for
exceptions.
b. Authorization for properties that include a commercial activity, including those
categorized as a 'home-business' under JCC Chapter 18, may be considered based
on a number of factors including but not limited to waste strength, use of hazardous
materials, proximity to surface water, and others as determined by the Health Officer.
c. At the time of authorization a homeowner must register for each OSS where they will
be conducting a monitoring inspection. The homeowner must list the Assessor's
Parcel number and septic case number for each such OSS that will be subject to the
Homeowner Inspection Authorization.
d. A Homeowner Inspection Authorization is issued to a specific individual and shall not
be transferable.
e. A Homeowner Inspection Authorization is valid for the period of ownership of the
specific onsite sewage system/s listed in the initial property/system registration.
Reauthorization is required for a new property or new onsite sewage system on the
property.
(2) Requirements for a Homeowner Inspection Authorization shall include all of the following:
a. Application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH and shall specify the OSS/s to
be inspected.
b. Authorization and/or application fees as set forth in the Fee Schedule shall be
payable to JCPH at the time of application submittal.
c. Submit documentation to JCPH showing satisfactory completion of JCPH approved
training. Training must include:
i. Basics of OSS operation, monitoring and maintenance and
ii. How to conduct a monitoring inspection and report the results.
d. Take and pass an examination from a JCPH approved agency within the past year to
verify the applicant's knowledge of the operation and monitoring for their system.
(3) A family member may apply to perform the monitoring inspection and submit the report for an
eligible OSS owned by an infirm elderly, disabled parent or disabled immediate family member.
a. The Owner must sign the application and acknowledgement that they are responsible
for the inspection.
b. The Owner must complete the approved training.
c. The person proposing to perform the monitoring inspection must meet all
requirements identified in 8.15.145 (2) and document on the report that they
completed the inspection.
d. The requirements of Section 8 a. and b. above may be waived by the Health Officer if
circumstances do not allow the Owner to sign and acknowledge the application or
take the training.
e. Application to complete a monitoring inspection for anon-family member may be
considered by the Health Officer on a case by case basis.
(4) The Homeowner Inspection Authorization does not authorize the holder of that authorization to:
a. Repair an OSS of which they are not a resident owner,
b. Inspector maintain a proprietary product that requires monitoring and maintenance
by a manufacturer authorized person, unless they provide written documentation
from the manufacturer that they have received training and are authorized to
complete inspections and maintain the specific product.
(5) The Homeowner Inspection Authorization holder shall report failure of an on-site sewage
system to JCPH within 24 hours of first identifying the failure.
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(6) Monitoring Inspection Reports shall be submitted by the Authorization holder to JCPH or other
authorized agency within thirty (30) days following the inspection.
(7) The reports shall be submitted in a format and manner prescribed by JCPH and;
(8) Shall be accompanied by the required fees with the exception of those submitted within 60
days to follow-up on corrections identified in the previous report.
(g) For each monitoring inspection report submitted the homeowner will affirm that they have
reviewed the approved course materials and the Field Inspection Guide.
(10) JCPH reserves the right to observe, audit, or inspect the on-site sewage system and related
activities of homeowners authorized to complete inspections under this section.
(11) Suspension/Revocation. A Homeowner Inspection Authorization may be suspended or
revoked as set forth in 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in non-compliance with the
terms of this chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation.
8.15.150 OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING
(1) Responsibility of Owner(s). The owner of every residence, business, or other place where
persons congregate, reside or are employed that is served by an OSS, and each person with
access to deposit materials in the OSS shall use, operate, and maintain the system to eliminate
the risk to the public associated with improperly treated sewage. Owners' duties are included,
without limitation, in the following list:
a. They shall comply with the conditions stated on the on-site sewage permit.
b. They shall employ an approved pumper to remove the septage from the tank(s) when
the level of solids and scum indicates that removal is necessary. The septic tank shall
be pumped when the total amount of solids equals or exceeds one-third (113) the volume
of the tank. The pump and/or siphon chamber(s) shall be pumped when solids are
observed.
c. They shall not use water in quantities that exceed the OSS's designed capacity for
treatment and disposal.
d. They shall not deposit solid, hazardous waste, or chemicals other than household
cleaners in the OSS.
e. They shall not deposit waste or other material that causes the effluent entering the
drainfield to exceed the parameters of residential/household waste strength.
f. They shall not build any structure in the OSS area or reserve area without express, prior
consent of the Health Officer.
g. They shall neither place nor remove fill over the OSS or reserve area without express,
prior consent of the Health Officer.
h. They shall not pave or place other impervious cover over the OSS or reserve area.
i. They shall divert drains, such as footing or roof drains away from the area of the OSS.
j. They shall comply with inspection requirements in JCC 8.15.150, and JCPH Policy 04-01
as adopted by the Board of Health as amended or replaced.
k. They shall provide maintenance and needed repairs to promptly return the OSS system
to a proper operating condition. They shall obtain permits where required by local and
state codes.
I. They shall ensure that all monitoring and maintenance is performed by an authorized
person and reported to JCPH in the prescribed timeframe and approved format.
m. They should not dispose of excess food waste via a garbage disposal.
n. They should not drive, park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve
area.
o. They should not allow livestock access to the OSS area or reserve area.
p. They shall comply with WAC 246-272A-270.
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q. They may complete monitoring inspections for any eligible OSS serving a single family
residence or duplex on property they own at the frequency identified in Table 1 after
meeting the requirements of JCC 8.15.145 (2).
(2) Breach of Owner's Responsibilities. An owner's or occupier's failure to fulfill any of the
responsibilities in 8.15.150 (1) shall be a basis for a Notice of Violation and for the Health
Officer to decline to issue approval for further development on the parcel.
(3) Where a proprietary product is included as a part of the onsite sewage system a restrictive
covenant shall be placed on the title of the property providing notice that the site is served by
an alternative method of sewage disposal and requires regular maintenance that must be
performed by a person authorized by the device manufacturer and certified by JCPH. This
notice shall be recorded prior to final approval of the system on forms approved by JCPH.
(4) The Health Officer shall be responsible to make available written guidance on the proper
maintenance and operation of the OSS to the owner. Information shall be made available to
the public by JCPH .
(5) The Health Officer shall be responsible to retain access to monitoring information submitted to
JCPH according to the records retention schedule for review by property owner or interested
parties.
(6) Certificate or Authorization required for monitoring and maintenance
a. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation, other than JCPH, to engage in
any Monitoring Inspection required under these regulations without holding either:
i. A valid Operations and Monitoring Specialist certification from JCPH or
ii. A valid license from the Washington Department of Licensing to design on-site
sewage systems pursuant to Chapter 18.120 RCW,or
iii. A licensed engineer pursuant to chapter 18.43 RCW or
iv. A valid Homeowner Inspection Authorization for a specific property or properties.
b. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to perform maintenance on an
OSS without holding a valid Designer License or certification from JCPH as an Installer,
O&M Specialist, or Pumper. This includes vacuuming or jetting an OSS. EXCEPT
property owners may perform maintenance on their own OSS.
(7) On-site Sewage System Inspection Requirements.
a. The owner shall assure that the OSS receives a complete evaluation of the system
components and/or property to determine functionality, maintenance needs and
compliance with regulations and any permits:
i. At least once every three years for all systems consisting solely of a septic tank
and gravity drainfield;
ii. Annually for all other systems unless more frequent inspections are specified by
these regulations or the local health officer.
b. On-site Sewage Systems in Jefferson County shall be inspected at the identified
frequency by an approved monitoring entity that meets the standards in 8.15.140 or
8.15.145 when and where applicable. See Table 1
c. Annual Monitoring Inspection by a certified O&M Specialist or Licensed Designer is
required for an OSS that:
i. Receives wastewater of greater than residential strength.
ii. Receives wastewater from afood-service establishment.
iii. Includes an aerobic treatment unit, proprietary treatment unit listed by Washington
State Department of Health or includes drip irrigation as a component of the
system.
d. Inspection by a certified O&M Specialist, Licensed Designer or JCPH is required:
i. For community on-site sewage systems.
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ii. For on-site sewage systems serving commercial enterprises unless authorization
is granted to the homeowner for a specific OSS system.
iii. At the time of sale or transfer of a property, EXCEPT if there is a monitoring
inspection on file by a Certified O&M Specialist or Licensed Designer in
compliance with the inspection frequency identified in JCC 8.15.150 (7)a. The
Monitoring Inspection Report shall be on file with JCPH prior to the sale or
transfer.
iv. At the time of application for building permit on the property per JCPH Policy 04-
01 as adopted or amended.
v. At the time of application for other land use or governmental actions including but
not limited to:
1. Land Divisions where an existing OSS is part of the proposal,
2. Conditional Use permit,
3. Boundary Line Adjustment where an existing OSS is part of the proposal.
e. Where there are no county records regarding the type, size, location and other
applicable information on a septic system, a site plan identifying the tank location and
other components must be completed by a certified O&M Specialist or Licensed
Designer and submitted to JCPH prior to any inspection by a homeowner holding an
Inspection Authorization.
f. Fees for inspections and monitoring or maintenance contracts shall be set by the service
provider.
g. The Health Officer may require more frequent inspections for systems where a problem
has been identified.
h. Multiple Requirements. If the manufacturer, patent holder, state, JCPH, and any other
relevant body have differing recommendations or requirements for inspection and
maintenance intervals for an OSS or any component of the OSS, then the owner shall
follow the most frequent service interval.
(8) Operations and Monitoring Agreement.
a. The owner of any site where a permit is issued for an on-site sewage component shall
complete and record to the property title an Operations and Monitoring Agreement prior
to finalization of the permit. The agreement shall be on a form approved by the Public
Health Department.
(9) Operation and Monitoring Access Requirements.
a. The owner of the system shall provide access to the system for inspection and
maintenance/monitoring as follows:
i. Septic tank. Septic tanks shall be fitted with watertight pumping access risers to
the ground surface over both compartments and over the outlet baffle, EXCEPT,
as set forth in 8.15.090 (10). The risers shall have a means to lock or secure the
lid against tampering and accidental access.
ii. Pump Chamber. Pump chambers shall have a watertight riser to ground surface
over the pump. The riser shall have a means to lock or secure the lid against
tampering and accidental access.
iii. Proprietary Devices and Disinfection Equipment. Access shall be provided as
determined by the manufacturer or patent holder and shall include access to
ground surface for effluent sample collection, observation and inspection of the
unit.
(10) Inspection Report. The inspection report shall be submitted in a format and manner
prescribed by JCPH. The inspection report form shall be completed in full and applicable fees
paid for an inspection to be considered valid.
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Table 1 Minimum monitoring inspection frequency by system type and who is eligible to complete
the ins ection.
Time Conventional Gravity - no pump. Conventional w/pump, pressure Aerobic Treatment Unit
distribution, mound, sandfilter, other (ATU), Proprietary
ublic domain technolo Device, Dri Irri anon
Frequency of Inspection -every 3 Frequency of Inspection -
Frequency of Inspection -every year
ears eve ear
OSS not within OSS is within OSS not within OSS is within
All sites
risk category2 risk categoryZ risk category2 risk category2
HO or
Year 1 NIA N/A OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
OMS or DES
HO or HO or
Year 2 NIA NIA 3OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or HO or HO or HO or
Year 3 3OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or
3
Year 4 NIA NIA OMS or DES OMS or DES
OMS or DES
HO or HO or
Year 5 N/A N/A 3OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or HO or
3
Year 6 OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or
Year 7 N/A NIA OMS or DES 'OMS or DES
OMS or DES
HO or HO or
Year 8 N/A N/A 'OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or HO or HO or
Year 9 OMS or DES 'OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or
Year 10 N/A N/A OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
OMS or DES
HO or HO or
Year 11 N/A N/A 3OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES
HO or HO or
3
Year 12 OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES
OMS or DES OMS or DES
Above schedule repeats for the life of the OSS
HO =Homeowner with Inspection Authorization
OMS =Operation and Monitoring Specialist
DES = Licensed On-site Sewage System Designer or Professional Engineer
' OSS -includes all components of an onsite sewage system including tanks, transport lines, treatment and disposal
components.
2 Risk Categories include any one of the following elements:
• Setbacks - OSS with components not meeting the current required setbacks to a well or surface water.
• Shorelines - OSS with components within 200' of ordinary high water.
• Floodplain -sites with OSS components mapped by FEMA as being within a 100 year floodplain
• Waiver - OSS with components not meeting the current required setbacks to a well or surface water.
• OSS replacement or repairs not meeting current code at the time of permitting
'OMS or DES =Professionals inspecting ATU's and Proprietary Devices must have authorization by the manufacturer
to monitor and maintain these treatment units.
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8.15.165 WAIVER OF STATE OR LOCAL REGULATIONS
(1) Applicability. Any person who owns or operates an OSS may apply to the Health
Officer for a waiver from any paragraph of these regulations.
(2) Granting Requirements.
a. The Health Officer may grant such a waiver if it finds that:
i. Special circumstances exist that are not of the applicant's making;
ii. An unnecessary hardship will occur without the waiver;
iii. The Health Officer has determined that the waiver is consistent with
the standards in, and the intent of, the public health protection purpose
and objectives of these rules;
iv. Corresponding mitigation measure(s) to assure that public health and
water quality protection, at least equal to that established by these
rules, is provided.
b. The Health Officer may grant a waiver conditioned by a timetable if:
i. Compliance with this regulation will require spreading of costs over a
considerable time period; and
ii. The timetable is for a period that is needed to comply with this
regulation.
c. The Health Officer may grant waivers from these regulations for standards
that are more stringent than the standards of Chapter 246-272A WAC, or
from provisions in these regulations that are not contained in Chapter 246-
272A without Department of Health approval.
(3) Application.
a. The application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH and accompanied
by all information required by the Health Officer or designee.
b. The Health Officer may request additional information if required to make a
decision.
c. An application for a waiver, or for the renewal thereof, submitted to the Health
Officer shall be approved or disapproved by the Health Officer within ninety
(90) calendar days of receipt unless the applicant and the Health Officer
agree to a continuance.
(4) Renewal. The Health Officer may renew any waiver granted pursuant to this
paragraph on terms and conditions and for periods that would be appropriate on
initial granting of a waiver. No renewal shall be granted except on written application.
Any such application shall be made at least sixty (60) calendar days prior to the
expiration of the variance.
JCC 8.15.170 APPEAL/HEARING
(1) Appeal of Public Health Action -Health Officer Administrative Hearing.
Any person aggrieved by the contents of a notice and order to correct violation
issued under this regulation, or by any inspection, permit issuance or enforcement
action conducted by Public Health under this regulation, may request, in writing, a
hearing before the Health Officer or his or her designee. The appellant shall submit
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specific statements in writing of the reason why error is assigned to the decision of
Public Health. Such request shall be presented to the Health Officer within ten (10)
business days of the action appealed; except in the case of a suspension, the
request for a hearing must be made within five (5) business days. Upon receipt of
such request together with hearing fees, the Health Officer shall notify the person of
the time, date, and place of such hearing, which shall be set at a mutually
convenient time not less than five (5) business days nor more than thirty (30)
business days from the date the request was received. The Health Officer will issue
a decision upholding or reversing Public Health's action. The Health Officer may
require additional actions as part of the decision.
(2) Appeal of Administrative Hearing.
a. Any person aggrieved by the findings or required actions of an administrative
hearing shall have the right to appeal the matter by requesting a hearing
before the Board of Health. Such notice of appeal shall be in writing and
presented to the Health Officer within five (5) business days of the findings
and actions from the administrative hearing and shall be accompanied by a
fee as established in the current Public Health fee schedule. The appellant
shall submit specific statements in writing of the reason why error is assigned
to the decision of the Health Officer. The appellant and the Health Officer may
submit additional information to the Board of Health for review.
b. The notice and order to correct violation shall remain in effect during the
appeal. Any person affected by the notice and order to correct violation may
make a written request for a stay of the decision to the Health Officer within
five (5) business days of the Health Officer's decision. The Health Officer will
grant or deny the request within five (5) business days.
c. Upon receipt of a timely written notice of appeal together with the hearing fee,
the Health Officer shall set a time, date, and place for the requested hearing
before the Board of Health and shall give the appellant written notice thereof.
Such hearing shall be set at a mutually convenient time not less than five (5)
business days or more than thirty (30) business days from the date the
appeal was received by the Health Officer.
d. Any decision of the Board of Health shall be final and may be reviewed by an
action filed in superior court. Any action to review the Board's decision must
be filed within thirty (30) business days of the date of the decision.
(3) All revocation hearings shall be conducted by the Board of Health.
(4) The following guidelines apply to all hearings and appeals conducted by the Board
of Health pursuant to this section:
a. Appeals shall be made in writing and shall be signed and dated by the
petitioning party.
b. Appeals shall include a brief and concise statement of the law and facts,
which affirmatively establish that the Health Officer has committed an error.
c. Appeals shall be transmitted to the Board of Health by JCPH following receipt
from the petitioning party together with all relevant material associated with
the Health Officers action, including but not limited to, applications, reports,
soil logs, photographs, staff analysis and recommendations.
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d. Upon receipt of the appeal materials transmitted by JCPH, the Board of
Health shall conduct a hearing to determine the correctness of the decision
by the Health Officer within thirty-five (35) days. The petitioner shall be given
five (5) days' notice by certified mail of the purpose, time, date and place of
said hearing. Further, if the petitioning party is a person other than the permit
applicant or a permit holder, then notice of the purpose, time, date, and place
of said hearing shall likewise be mailed by certified mail to the permit
applicant or permit holder.
e. Any hearing conducted pursuant to this section shall be a public hearing and
the chairperson of the Board of Health shall open the hearing and take
testimony from any interested persons; provided, that testimony in
suspension or revocation hearings shall be limited to that presented by the
Health Officer, the certificate holder and any witness called by them; provided
further, that the chairperson may limit the length of the testimony to a specific
amount of time to be applied equally to those interested persons wishing to
speak except in suspension or revocation hearings where the Board of Health
is authorized to use its discretion.
f. The procedure to be utilized during any hearing conducted pursuant to this
section shall be as follows:
i. The petitioning party, permit applicant, or permit holder and the Health
Officer, if not the petitioning party, shall be given an opportunity to
present evidence, analysis and recommendations.
ii. Members of the Board of Health may direct questions to the petitioning
party, permit applicant or permit holder and Health Officer.
iii. The chairperson of the Board of Health shall permit the presentation of
testimony by any interested person as set forth in this chapter.
iv. Following presentation of evidence and testimony, the chairperson of
the Board of Health shall close the hearing and initiate discussion with
other board members on the matters presented.
v. Following discussion, the Board of Health shall make ruling on the
appeal.
vi. Under no circumstances shall cross-examination of persons making
presentations at the hearing be permitted, notwithstanding that the
Board of Health may ask questions as set forth above.
g. Should the Board of Health require additional testimony, it may continue the
public hearing to a date and time not to exceed thirty-five (35) days following
the date of the initial public hearing; PROVIDED that at the close of the
second public hearing the Board of Health may continue its deliberations on
the appeal to another time and date not to exceed thirty-five (35) days
following the close of the second public hearing conducted to receive
additional testimony. In all other cases the Board of Health may continue its
deliberations on the appeal to another date and time not to exceed thirty-five
(35) days following the close of the public hearing.
h. Relevant evidence is admissible, if in the opinion of the Board of Health it is
the best evidence reasonably obtainable having due regard for its necessity,
availability and trustworthiness; provided that, in passing upon the
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admissibility of evidence the Jefferson County Board of Health may give
consideration to, but shall not be bound to follow the rules of evidence
governing civil proceedings in matters not involving trial by jury in the Superior
Court of the State of Washington.
i. A full and complete record shall be kept of all proceedings and all testimony
shall be recorded. The record of testimony and exhibits together with all
papers and requests filed in the proceedings shall constitute the exclusive
record for the decision in accordance with the law.
j. All decisions shall become a part of the record and shall include a statement
of Findings and Conclusions.
k. Notice of the decision of the Board of Health shall be provided not later than
ten (10) days following the date of its decision.
I. The petitioning party, permit applicant, permit holder, or designated agent,
and JCPH shall be notified of the decision of the Board of Health, together
with the Findings and Conclusions.
JCC 8.15.180 ENFORCEMENT/PENALTY
(1) Other Laws, Regulations and Agency Requirements
a. All OSS management shall be subject to the authority of other laws,
regulations or other agency requirements in addition to these rules and
regulations. Nothing in these rules and regulations is intended to abridge or
alter the rights of action by the state or by persons, which exist in equity,
common law or other statutes to abate pollution or to abate a nuisance.
b. If a conflict exists between the interpretation of Chapter 246-272A WAC and
these regulations, the more stringent regulation shall apply to better protect
public health and the environment.
(2) Enforcement Authority. The Health Officer, his or her designee, or any person
appointed as an "Enforcement Officer" by the Jefferson County Board of Health shall
have the authority to enforce the provisions of these regulations equally on all
persons. The Health Officer is also authorized to adopt rules consistent with the
provisions of these rules and regulations for the purpose of enforcing and carrying
out its provisions.
(3) Right of Entry
a. Whenever necessary to make an inspection to enforce or determine
compliance with the provisions of these regulations, and other relevant laws
and regulations, or whenever the Health Officer has cause to believe that a
violation of these regulations has or is being committed, the Health Officer or
his/her duly authorized inspector may, in accordance with federal and state
law, seek entry of any building, structure, property or portion thereof at
reasonable times to inspect the same.
b. Prior to entering any building, structure, property or portion thereof the Health
Officer or his/her duly authorized inspector shall attempt to secure the
consent of the owner, occupant or other person having apparent charge or
control of said building, structure, property or portion thereof.
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i. If such building, structure, property or portion thereof is occupied, the
inspector shall present identification credentials, state the reason for
the inspection, and request entry.
ii. In attempting to contact the owner, occupier or other persons having
apparent control of said building, structure, property or portion thereof,
the inspector may approach said building or structure by a
recognizable access route, e.g., a street or driveway, leading to said
building or structure.
c. If permission to enter said building, structure, property or portion thereof is not
obtained from the owner, occupier or other persons having apparent control
of said building, structure, property or portion thereof the inspector may enter
said building, structure, property or portion thereof only if the entry into the
building, structure, or property is consistent with applicable state and federal
law.
d. If permission to enter said building, structure, property or portion thereof is not
obtained from the owner, occupier or others persons having apparent control
of said building, structure, property or portion thereof, the Health Officer or
his/her duly authorized inspector shall also have recourse to any other
remedies provided by law to secure entry, including but not limited to search
warrants based on probable cause or statutory authority.
(4) Notice and Order to Correct Violation
a. Issuance. Whenever the Health Officer determines that a violation of these
regulations has occurred or is occurring, he/she may issue a written notice
and order to correct violation to the property owner or to any person causing,
allowing or participating in the violation.
b. Content. The notice and order to correct violation shall contain:
i. The name and address of the property owner or other persons to
whom the notice and order to correct violation is directed;
ii. The street address or description sufficient for identification of the
building, structure, premises, or land upon or within which the violation
has occurred or is occurring;
iii. A description of the violation and a reference to that provision of the
regulation, which has been violated;
iv. A statement of the action required to be taken to correct the violation
and a date or time by which correction is to be completed;
v. A statement that each violation of this regulation shall be a separate
and distinct offense and in the case of a continuing violation, each
day's continuance shall be a separate and distinct violation;
vi. A statement that the person, to whom the Notice and Order is directed,
can appeal the Order to the Health Officer, in accordance with the
terms of this Chapter, and that any such appeal must be presented to
the Health Officer with ten days;
vii. A statement that the failure to obey this notice may result in the
issuance of a notice of civil infraction, and/or the assessment of an
administrative remedy, and/or, if applicable, the imposition of criminal
penalties.
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c. Receipts. The notice and order to correct violation may also include a
statement requiring the person to whom the notice and order to correct
violation is directed to produce receipts from a certified professional to
demonstrate compliance with an order issued by the Health Officer.
d. Service of Order. The notice and order to correct violation shall be served
upon the person to whom it is directed, either personally or by mailing a copy
of the order to correct violations by first class and / or certified mail postage
prepaid, return receipt requested, to such person at his/her last known
address. The notice and order to correct violation shall also be served via
certified mail/return receipt requested to the owner of the parcel or parcels
where the alleged violations are occurring, to the owner's last known address.
e. Extension. Upon written request received prior to the correction date or time,
the Health Officer may extend the date set for corrections for good cause.
The Health Officer may consider substantial completion of the necessary
correction or unforeseeable circumstances that render completion impossible
by the date established as a good cause.
f. Supplemental Order to Correct Violation. The Health Officer may at any time
add to, rescind in part, or otherwise modify a notice and order to correct
violation. The supplemental order shall be governed by the same procedures
applicable to all notice and order to correct violations procedures contained in
these regulations.
g. Enforcement of Order. If, after any order is duly issued by the Health Officer,
the person to whom such order is directed fails, neglects, or refuses to obey
such order, the Health Officer may:
i. Utilize any remedy or penalty under Section 180(5) of these
regulations; and/or
ii. Abate the health violation using the procedures of these regulations;
and/or
iii. Pursue any other appropriate remedy at law or equity.
h. Written Assurance of Discontinuance. The Health Officer may accept a
written assurance of discontinuance of any act in violation of this regulation
from any person who has engaged in such act. Failure to comply with the
assurance of discontinuance shall be a further violation of this regulation.
(5) Violations, Remedies and Penalties
a. Violations.
i. Violations of these regulations may be addressed through the
remedies and penalties provided in this section.
ii. Each violation of these regulations shall be a separate and distinct
offense and in the case of a continuing violation, each day's
continuance shall be considered a separate and distinct violation.
iii. The Health Officer may investigate alleged or apparent violations of
these regulations. Upon request of the Health Officer or designee, the
person allegedly or apparently in violation of these regulations shall
provide information identifying themselves.
iv. Violations, apparent or alleged, that occurred or are occurring incritical
areas, as that term is defined in this Chapter, of Jefferson County will
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have the highest priority for investigation by those persons charged in
this Chapter with investigating such violations and enforcing this
Chapter and such violations will be subject to a 'zero tolerance' policy.
b. Civil Remedies.
i. Except as provided in Section 180, the violation of any provision of
these regulations is designated as a Class 1 civil infraction pursuant to
Chapter 7.80 RCW, Civil Infractions.
ii. In addition to or as an alternative to any other judicial or administrative
remedy provided herein, or by law, any person or establishment who
violates this regulation, may be assessed a civil penalty up to $513.00
per day of continuous violation to be directly assessed by the Health
Officer until such violation is corrected.
iii. The Health Officer may issue a notice of civil infraction pursuant to
Chapter 7.80 RCW if the Health Officer has reasonable cause to
believe that the person has violated any provision of these regulations
or has not corrected the violation as required by a written notice and
order to correct violation. Civil infractions shall be issued, heard and
determined as described in Chapter 7.80 RCW, and any applicable
court rules.
iv. All other legal and equitable remedies are also deemed available to
Public Health or its Health Officer and may be invoked, utilized or
sought at any time regardless of whether other remedies have or have
not been undertaken or sought.
c. Criminal Penalties.
i. Any person who fails, neglects, or refuses to obey an order of the
Health Officer to correct a violation as set forth in Section 180 above
shall be, upon conviction, guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject
to a fine of not more than $1000, or imprisonment in the county jail not
to exceed ninety (90) days, or both. The court may also impose
restitution.
ii. Any person who fails, neglects, or refuses to comply with a written
assurance of discontinuance pursuant to Section 180 above shall be,
upon conviction, guilty of a misdemeanor and shall be subject to a fine
of not more than $1000, or imprisonment in the county jail not to
exceed ninety (90) days, or both. The court may also impose
restitution.
d. Stop-Work Orders. The Health Officer may cause aStop-Work order to be
issued whenever the Health Officer has reason to believe that a violation of
this regulation is occurring. The effect of the Stop-Work order shall be to
require the immediate cessation of such work or activity that has contributed
to the violation until authorized by the Health Officer to proceed.
i. Content. AStop-Work Order shall include the following:
1. The name and address for the person responsible for the
alleged violation;
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2. The street address or description sufficient for identification of
the building, structure or premises, or land upon or within which
the alleged violation has occurred or is occurring.
3. A description of the violation and reference to the provision of
the Jefferson County Board of Health Ordinance, which has
been allegedly violated;
4. The required corrective action;
5. A statement that a failure to comply with the order may lead to
issuance of a civil infraction to the person named in the order;
6. A statement that the person to whom the Stop Work Order is
directed can appeal the Order to the Health Officer in
accordance with Section 170 of this Chapter and that any such
appeal must be presented to the Health Officer within ten days.
ii. Service of Notice. The Health Officer shall serve the Stop Work Order
upon the owner of the property where the alleged violation occurred or
is occurring and the person, firm or business entity that has allegedly
violated this Chapter, either personally or by mailing a copy of the
notice by regular and certified or registered mail, within afive-day
return receipt requested, to the owner at his or her last known address.
A copy of the Order shall also be posted on the property where the
alleged violation occurred or is occurring.
iii. Posting of Notice. In addition to service of the notice listed above, an
additional notice shall be posted on the property in substantially the
following form:
Under the authority of Jefferson County Public Health Code 8.15
Onsite Sewage Regulations you are hereby required to immediately
STOP WORK
This order is in effect at this property for all work and activities that
relate to violations of Jefferson County Public Health Code 8.15
Onsite Sewage Regulations, and remains in effect until removed by
Public Health. It is a violation of these regulations to remove,
deface, destroy, or conceal a posted Stop Work Order. FAILURE
TO COMPLY WITH THIS ORDER MAY RESULT IN THE
ISSUANCE OF A CIVIL INFRACTION.
e. Voluntary Correction. When the Health Officer determines that a violation has
occurred or is occurring, he or she shall attempt to secure voluntary
correction by contacting the person responsible for the alleged violation and,
where possible, explaining the violation and requesting correction.
i. Voluntary Correction Agreement. The person responsible for the
alleged violation may enter into a voluntary correction agreement with
Public Health. The voluntary correction agreement is a contract
between Public Health and the person responsible for the violation in
which such person agrees to abate the alleged violation within a
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specified time and according to specified conditions. The voluntary
correction agreement will be in lieu of the issuance of further citations
or the abatement of the property pursuant to RCW 7.48 or of this
Chapter. The voluntary correction agreement shall include the
following:
1. The name and address of the person responsible for the alleged
violation;
2. The street address or other description sufficient for
identification of the building, structure, premises, or land upon or
within which the alleged violation has occurred or is occurring;
3. A description of the alleged violation and a reference to the
regulation, which has been violated;
4. The necessary corrective action to be taken, and a date or time
by which correction must be completed;
5. An agreement by the person responsible for the alleged
violation that Public Health may enter the property and inspect
the premises as may be necessary to determine compliance
with the voluntary correction agreement;
6. An agreement by the person responsible for the alleged
violation that Public Health may enter the property to abate the
violation and recover its costs and expenses (including
administrative, hearing and removal costs) from the person
responsible for the alleged violation if the terms of the voluntary
correction agreement are not satisfied; and
7. An agreement that by entering into the voluntary correction
agreement, the person responsible for the alleged violation
waives the right to a hearing before the Health Officer under
these regulations or otherwise, regarding the matter of the
alleged violation and/or the required corrective action.
Right to a Hearing Waived. By entering into a voluntary correction
agreement, the person responsible for the alleged violation waives the
right to a hearing before the Health Officer under these regulations or
otherwise, regarding the matter of the violation and/or the required
corrective action. The person responsible for the alleged violation may,
by through written documentation provided to the Health Officer, state
his or her decision to reject and nullify the voluntary correction
agreement, at which time that person is entitled to an appeal to the
Health Officer pursuant to Section 170 of this Chapter.
Extension and Modification. The Health Officer may, at his or her
discretion, grant an extension of the time limit for correction or a
modification of the required corrective action if the person responsible
for the alleged violation has shown due diligence and/or substantial
progress in correcting the violation, but unforeseen circumstances
have delayed correction under the original conditions.
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iv. Abatement by Public Health. The county may abate the alleged
violation in accordance with Section 180(5)(f) if all terms of the
voluntary correction agreement are not met.
v. Collection of Costs. If all terms of the voluntary correction agreement
are not met, the person responsible for the alleged violation shall be
assessed all costs and expenses of abatement, as set forth in
Jefferson County Public Health Code 8.15.
Abatement Orders. Where the Health Officer has determined that a violation
of these regulations has occurred or is occurring, he or she may issue an
Abatement Order to the person responsible for the alleged violation requiring
that the unlawful condition be abated within a reasonable time period as
determined by the Health Officer.
i. Prerequisite to Abatement Order. Absent conditions which pose an
immediate threat to the public health, safety or welfare of the
environment, the procedures for abatement of conditions constituting a
violation of these regulations should be utilized by Public Health only
after corrections of such conditions have been attempted through the
use of the civil infractions process. Once it has been determined by
Public Health that there is an immediate threat to the public health's
safety or welfare and that correction of such conditions has not been
adequately achieved through use of the civil infraction process, then
Public Health is authorized to proceed with abatement of such
conditions pursuant to these regulations. Public Health shall also
attempt to enter into a voluntary corrections agreement prior to issuing
an Abatement Order.
ii. Content. An Abatement Order shall include the following:
1. The name and address for the person responsible for the
alleged violation;
2. The street address or description sufficient for identification of
the building, structure or premises, or land upon or within which
the alleged violation has occurred or is occurring;
3. A description of the violation and reference to the provision of
the Jefferson County Board of Health Ordinance, which has
been allegedly violated;
4. The required corrective action and a date and time by which the
correction must be completed and after which, the Health
Officer may abate the unlawful condition in accordance with this
Chapter.
5. A statement that the costs and expenses incurred by Public
Health pursuant to of this Chapter, including any amount
expended on staff time to oversee the abatement, may be
assessed against a person to whom the Abatement Order is
directed in a manner consistent with this Chapter; and
6. A statement that the person to whom the Abatement Order is
directed can appeal the Order to the Health Officer in
accordance with this Chapter.
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iii. Service of Notice. The Health Officer shall serve the Abatement Order
upon the owner of the property where the alleged violation occurred or
is occurring, either personally or by mailing a copy of the notice by
regular and certified or registered mail, afive-day return receipt
requested, to the owner at his or her last known address. The Order
shall also be served on each of the following if known to the Health
Officer or disclosed from official public records: the holder of any
mortgage or• deed of trust or other lien or encumbrance of record; the
owner or holder of any lease of record and the holder of any other
estate or legal interest of record in or to the property or any structures
on the property. The failure of the Health Officer to serve any person
required herein to be served, shall not invalidate any proceedings
hereunder as to any other person duly served or relieve any such
served person from any duty or obligation imposed by the provisions of
this section. A copy of the Order shall also be posted on the property
where the alleged violation occurred or is occurring.
iv. Authorized Action by Public Health. Using any lawful means, Public
Health may enter the subject property and may remove or correct the
condition that is subject to abatement.
v. Recovery of Costs and Expense. The costs of correcting a condition
which constitutes a violation of these regulations, including all
incidental expenses, shall be billed to the owner of the property upon
which the alleged violation occurred or is occurring, and shall become
due within fifteen calendar days of the date of mailing the billing for
abatement. The term "incidental expenses" includes, but is not limited
to, personnel costs, both direct and indirect and including attorney's
fees; costs incurred in documenting the violation; towing/hauling,
storage and removal/disposal expenses; and actual expenses and
costs to Public Health in preparing notices, specifications and contracts
associated with the abatement, and in accomplishing and /or
contracting and inspecting the work; and the costs of any required
printing and mailing.
vi. Collection of Costs and Expenses. The costs and expenses of
correcting a condition, which constitutes a violation of these
regulations, shall constitute a personal obligation of the person to
whom the Abatement Order is directed. Within fifteen days of abating
any violation, the Health Officer shall send the person named in the
Abatement Order a bill that details the work performed, materials
removed, labor used and the costs and expenses related to those
tasks as well as any other costs and expenses incurred in abating the
violation.
Notice to Vacate. When a condition constitutes a violation of these regulations
and poses an immediate threat to life, limb, property, or safety of the public or
persons residing on the property, the Health Officer may issue a Notice to
Vacate.
i. Content. A Notice to Vacate shall include the following:
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1. The name and address for the person responsible for the
alleged violation;
2. The street address or description sufficient for identification of
the building, structure or premises, or land upon or within which
the alleged violation has occurred or is occurring;
3. A description of the violation constituting an emergency and
reference to the provisions of the Jefferson County Board of
Health regulations, which has been allegedly violated;
4. A date, as determined by the severity of the emergency, by
which any persons must vacate the premises. Incase of extreme
danger to persons or property immediate compliance shall be
required;
5. The required corrective action;
6. A statement that the person to whom the Notice to Vacate is
directed can appeal the order to the Health Officer in
accordance with Section 170 of this Chapter and that any such
appeal must be presented to the Health Officer within ten days.
ii. Service of Notice. The Health Officer shall serve the Abatement Order
upon the owner of the property where the alleged violation occurred or
is occurring, either personally or by mailing a copy of the notice by
regular and certified or registered mail, with afive-day return receipt
requested, to the owner at his or her last known address. A copy of the
Order shall also be posted on the property where the alleged violation
occurred or is occurring.
iii. Posting the Notice. In addition to providing service as states above, an
additional notice shall be posted on the property in substantially the
following form:
DO NOT ENTER
UNSAFE TO OCCUPY
It is a violation of the Jefferson County Board of Health Code 8.15
to occupy this building, or to remove or deface this notice.
Health Officer
Jefferson County Public Health
iv. Compliance. No person shall remain in or enter any building, structure,
or property which has been so posted, except that entry may be made
to repair or correct any conditions causing or contributing to the threat
to life, limb, property, or safety of the public or persons residing on the
property. No person shall remove or deface any such notice after it is
posted until the required corrective action has been completed and
approved.
(6) Appeals -see section 8.15.170.
(7) Administrative -Certificate or Authorization Holders.
a. Suspension of Certificate or Authorization.
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i. The Health Officer may suspend any certificate or authorization upon
making the determination, after a hearing between the Health Officer
and the certificate or authorization holder, that the holder has
performed with negligence, incompetence, misrepresentation or failure
to comply with the applicable rules, regulations, guidelines, policies or
practices which pertain to water supply and waste water disposal, to
have made fraudulent misrepresentation in making application for a
certificate or authorization or to have made fraudulent
misrepresentation in making application for a permit to install an on-
site sewage system, either existing at the time of certification or as
thereafter enacted.
ii. The Health Officer shall give written notice of the hearing to any person
aggrieved who has filed a written complaint with the Health Officer and
the affected certificate holder(s).
iii. For Certificate holders the first confirmed violation under this
subsection, the suspension period shall not exceed thirty (30) days;
and the second violation in any three (3) year period shall result in a
suspension of the certificate for a period not less than fifteen (15) days
and not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days.
iv. For Homeowner Inspectors the first confirmed violation under this
subsection, the suspension period shall not extend beyond the next
required inspection.
v. If the Health Officer suspends a certificate or authorization, the holder
shall not proceed with any further work in connection with the activity
covered by the certificate or authorization.
vi. The certificate or authorization holder shall be notified by certified mail
of suspension of the certificate or authorization upon determination of
a finding that a violation has occurred requiring suspension.
b. Revocation of Certificate or Authorization.
i. A certificate or authorization may be revoked for repeated violation of
any of the requirements of these regulations or any other applicable
regulation or if, after a hearing with the Board of Health, the holder of
such certificate or authorization shall be found grossly incompetent or
negligent, or to have made fraudulent misrepresentations in making
application for a certificate or authorization or for a permit to install an
on-site sewage system, or should the bond or insurance required
herein be cancelled.
ii. The Health Officer shall give written notice of the hearing to any person
aggrieved who has filed a written complaint with the Health Officer and
the affected certificate holder(s).
iii. The third Notice of Violation issued by JCPH staff within any twelve
(12) month period shall be considered as repeated violations and result
in certificate or authorization revocation.
iv. If the Board of Health revokes a certificate or authorization, the holder
shall not proceed with any further work in connection with the activity
covered by the certificate or authorization.
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v. The certificate or authorization holder shall be notified by certified mail
of revocation of the certificate or authorization, upon determination of a
finding that a violation has occurred requiring revocation.
vi. If, after revocation of a certificate, the applicant desires to reapply for a
certificate, the applicant must wait six (li) months prior to reapplication.
Any person whose certificate has been revoked will be required to pay
all applicable fees and take and pass the written examination again
before issuance of a new certificate.
c. Reinstatement of Suspended or Revoked Certificate or Authorization.
i. The certificate or authorization holder shall make written application for
reinstatement to the Environmental Health Director specifying what
practices, pertormance, and conditions that were named as grounds
for suspension or revocation have been remedied; and the certificate
or authorization holder will provide a description of the changes in
performance that will occur which will directly avoid the repetition of
past violations.
ii. The Environmental Health Director, upon determining that noted
deficiencies have been satisfactorily addressed, shall schedule the
individual for participation in the next available examination where
applicable. Reissuance of the certificate or authorization is subject to
the individual's successful completion of the application and testing
procedure and payment of applicable fees as per the Fee Ordinance.
d. Probation. A period of probation consisting of additional reporting or
inspection requirements may be imposed on a certificate or authorization
holder as a result of violations of these rules or as a condition of operation
following suspension/revocation of a certificate or authorization. Said period
and requirements shall be the decision of the Health Officer and shall be
determined after an administrative hearing with the certificate holder.
e. Appeal. Any person feeling aggrieved because of the suspension or denial of
a certificate by the Health Officer may, within fifteen (15) days of the
suspension or denial, appeal to the Board of Health as set forth in JCC 8.15.
170.
(8) Administrative -Property Owners
a. Notice to Title. If the Health Officer finds than an owner has failed to comply
with the requirements of this regulation, AND all administrative remedies have
been exhausted, AND the case has been forwarded to the Jefferson County
Prosecuting Attorney for further action, the Health Officer may record a Notice
of Potential Uncorrected Violation finding on the title of the property with the
Jefferson County Auditor.
b. Removal of Notice. The owner shall make written request to the Health
Officer for rescission of the Notice to Title. The request shall specify
corrective actions that have been completed.
c. The Health Officer, upon determining that noticed violation has been
corrected, shall record a Rescission of Notice with the Jefferson County
Auditor.
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d. The owner shall pay fees as required to complete inspection(s) to verify
correction and to record the Rescission prepared by JCPH.
JCC 8.15.190 SEVERABILITY
Provisions of these rules and regulations are hereby declared to be separable, and if
any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of these rules and
regulations is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any
court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the
remaining portions of these rules and regulations.
JCC 8.15.200 FEES
(1) Fees shall be as per Jefferson County Public Health Fee Schedule.
(2) Refunds shall not be granted if field investigation, plan review, site visit or design
review has been completed by JCPH.
(3) A refund of the application fee minus an administrative fee of forty-five dollars
($45.00) shall be granted upon written request of the applicant/owner, EXCEPT as
noted in (2) above.
(4) All Sewage System Installer's, Septic Tank Pumpers, and Operation and Monitoring
Specialist Certificates are renewable annually on March 1. Should any renewal fee
remain unpaid by March 31, a penalty fee according to the Fee Schedule shall be
charged. Previously issued certificates shall become void if not renewed prior to
April 1.
(5) Fees generated under this authority cannot be used to support non-public health
activities.
JCC 8.15.210 EFFECTIVE DATE
This chapter shall be effective ten (10) days after approval is obtained from the
Department of Health as per WAC 246-272A-0015 (10)
JCC 8.15.220 CONFLICT
Where other County regulations are in conflict with this ordinance, the more restrictive
regulation shall apply and such application shall extend only to those specific provisions
that are more restrictive.
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ADOPTED this 17~' day of May 2012.
JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH
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