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DENNIS & MANDY O'KEEFE
790 BLACK BEAR RD
PORT TOWNSEND WA 98368-9363
January 6,2020
RE: Septic System Monitoring lnspection Report
SITE ADDRESS: 790 BLACK BEAR RD
PARCEL # 001294018
CASE #: SOM79-00146
DeaT: DENNIS & MANDY O'KEEFE
A review of our files for the above referenced property shows that when the title was transferred on or
September 13,2019 a monitoring inspection was not on file for the onsite sewage system serving the
residence. Jefferson County Code 8.15.150(7)d.iii. requires that a monitoring inspectlon in compliance
with the frequency identified in code be on file prior to the sale or transfer of property.
A list of O&M Specialists and a copy of the record for your system, if available, is enclosed for your
convenience.
The purpose of proper maintenance is so the County, for the benefit and protection of the public's health,
is assured by this department that these systems are designed, installed and maintained in a proper
manner. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. lf you should have further questions
please contact this office at385-9444. The code sections referenced are attached for your information.
This letter is intended to serve as formal notice that no further approvals shall be granted until a
monitoring inspection is completed and any required corrections are made and approved by Health
Department staff. A permit is required for repair or modification of an onsite sewage system, per
Washington Administrative Code 246-272Aand Jefferson County Code 8.15.
Sincerely,
ronmental Health Specialist
Jefferson County Environmental Public Health
360-385-9444
c: File, O&M Provider
Code References
8.I5.150 OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING
( I ) 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 ofsolids and scum
indicates that removal is necessary. The septic tank shall be pumped when the total amount of solids equals or exceeds
one-third (l/3) the volume ofthe 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/trousehold 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 ofthe 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 roofdrains away from the area ofthe OSS.j. They shall comply with inspection requirements in iCC 8.15.150 and WAC 246-272A
k. They shall complete maintenance and repair of the OSS as recommended by the monitoring entity.
l. They should not dispose ofexcess food waste via a garbage disposal.
m. They should not drive, park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve area.
n. They should not allow livestock access to the OSS area or reserve area.
o. They shall comply with W AC 246-272A-270.
(2) Breach of Owner's Responsibilities. An owner's or occupieCs failure to fulfrll any of the responsibilities in 8.15.150
( I ) shall be a basis for a Notice of Violation and for the Health Officer to decline to issue approval for further development
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