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JCC 8.15 adopted xx/xx/xx
Chapter 8.15
ON-SITE SEWAGE CODE1
Sections:
8.15.010 Authority – Scope.
8.15.020 Purpose.
8.15.030 Adoption by reference.
8.15.040 Administration.
8.15.043 Director authorized to establish administrative rules and policy.
8.15.050 Definitions.
8.15.055 Local management plan.
8.15.060 Adequate sewage disposal required.
8.15.065 Areas where OSS may pose a significant risk to public health.
8.15.070 No discharge to water or ground surface.
8.15.075 Minimum land area requirements.
8.15.080 On-site sewage systemOSS permit – General.
8.15.081 OSS permit for repair or replacement.
8.15.082 OSS pending application and permit transferability, extension, and expiration.
8.15.083 Revocation of issued OSS permit or denial of OSS permit application.
8.15.085 Operational permit.
8.15.090 Design.
8.15.095 Commercial OSSon-site sewage systems.
8.15.100 Community OSS on-site sewage disposal systems.
8.15.105 Property line adjustment and Ssubdivision requirements.
8.15.110 Inspection and OSS final approval.
8.15.119 Certificate – Authorization required.
8.15.120 Sewage system installerPumper.
8.15.130 Septic tank pumpersO&M Specialist and Technician.
8.15.140 Operation and monitoring specialistOSS Installer.
8.15.145 Homeowner inspection authorization.
8.15.150 Operation, maintenance and monitoring.
8.15.165 Waiver of state or local regulations.
8.15.170 Appeal – Hearing.
8.15.180 Enforcement – Penalty.
8.15.190 Severability.
8.15.200 Fees.
8.15.210 Effective date.
8.15.220 Conflict.
Table 1. Scope of Work
Table 2. Frequency of O&M Inspection Requirements
8.15.010 Authority – Scope.
Pursuant to Chapters 43.20 and 70.05 RCW, the Jefferson County board of health is cha rged 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. These
regulations are promulgated under the authority of Chapters 70.05, 70.118, 70.118A, 70.46, 70A.105, and 70A.110
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of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW), and Chapter 246-272A of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
[Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.020 Purpose.
The purpose of these regulations is to protect, preserve, promote, and improve assure protection of public health
and safety by:
(1) Establishing minimum standards of sanitation for sewage; and
(2) Eliminating or minimizing the potential for public exposure to sewage; and
(3) Eliminating or minimizing the adverse effects of sewage discharges to the ground, surface water or ground
water; back-ups of sewage into structures; or inadequate treatment and control of sewage.
(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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.030 Adoption by reference.
The following are hereby adopted by reference as rules and regulations of the Jefferson County board of health:
(1) Chapter 246-272A WAC, On-Site Sewage Systems Rules and Regulations of the State Board of Health, as it now
exists or hereafter may be amended; and
(2) The July 2012 Washington State Department of Health Recommended Standards and Guidance for
Performance, Application, Design, and Operation and Maintenance, Water Conserving On-Site Wastewater
Treatment Systems, as it now exists or hereafter may be amended, except Subsection A4, Pit Toilets.. [Ord. 9-20 §
2 (Appx. B); Ord. 8-18 § 3; Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.040 Administration.
The Jefferson County environmental public health director, through authority delegated by the Jefferson County
board of health and the Jefferson County health officerHealth Officer, shall administer these regulations. Fees may
be charged for this administration, applications, permits, inspections, decisions, etc. pursuant to the adopted fee
schedule. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.043 Director authorized to establish administrative rules and policy.
The director is authorized to establish administrative rules and policies to implement this chapter. [Ord. 9-20 § 2
(Appx. B); Ord. X-XX]
8.15.050 Definitions.
In addition to those definitions set forth in Chapter 246-272A WAC the following definitions shall also apply in this
regulation:
“Accessory dwelling unit” means 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
Commented [CE1]: 8.15.030 Adoption by reference.
-We moved the adoption of DOH Recommended
Standards and Guidance’s (RS&Gs) from -030 to -090(3).
These RS&Gs are DOH publications that provide more
guidance on individual septic system
technologies/practices. Currently 8.15 is only adopting
specific RS&Gs as listed, but we want to allow the
department more flexibility in using all of the RS&Gs
DOH publishes. That said we don’t want to adopt all of
them as part of 8.15 because we don’t always agree
with parts of the RS&Gs.
-Is the language in 090(3) sufficient?
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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” means a certificate granted by the health officerHealth Officer permitting a person to practice in the
field of sewage disposal as an operation and monitoring specialistO&M Specialist, Technician, iInstaller, or Sewage
pPumper. of on-site sewage systems. This term does not include a “homeowner inspection authorization,” a term
defined elsewhere in this chapter.
“Chain of custody” means 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:
(1a) Obtaining the sample by health officerHealth Officer or designee with owner or owner representative
present.
(2b) Assignment of sample ID number.
(3c) Labeling/tagging the sample container with assigned number and location taken.
(4d) Documentation by authorized sampler of date and location of samples taken.
(5e) Delivery by secured means to the certified laboratory.
“Community on-site sewage systemOSS” means any on-site sewage systemOSS designed to serve two 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 systemOSS.
“Commercial on-site sewage systemOSS” means any nonresidential or combined residential/nonresidential on-site
sewage systemOSS 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 Chapter 365-196 WAC as “critical areas” and
regulated in Chapter 18.22 JCC as adopted or hereinafter amended. Critical areas are also known as
Environmentally Sensitive Areas.
“Decommissioning” means, in addition to the requirements in Chapter 246-272A-0300, all existing tanks,
distribution boxes, risers, or other voids in the ground shall be properly decommissioned by breaking the lid(s),
pumping, and filling with clean fill to grade. Documented proof of proper decommissioning shall be provided to the
Health Officer.
“Department” means the Jefferson County Department of Public Health, Environmental Public Health.Washington
State Department of Health.
“Department of Community Development (DCD)” means the Jefferson County Department of Community
Development.
“Department of Health (DOH)” means the Washington State Department of Health.
“Design”. means a complete on-site sewage disposal system designed by a Washington State licensed Septic
System Designer or Professional engineer. The design shall meet the requirements of this chapter.
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 Chapter 246-272A WAC
and Jefferson County policies. The design shall use the format and forms provided or approved by JCPH. Proper
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identification and location of soil logs and drainfield components at the site are considered to be part of the
design.
“Designer” means 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” means a unit providing complete independent living facilities for one or more persons which may,
includeing permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation.
“Education contact hours” means 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 e vidence 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.
“Evaluation of existing system” means a monitoring inspection of an on-site sewage system containing the
information specified on forms approved by JCPH.
“Expansion” means a change in a residence, facility, site or use that:
(a) 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
(b) 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” means 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:
(a) Sewage on the surface of the ground;
(b) Sewage backing up into a structure caused by slow soil absorption of septic tank effluent;
(c) Sewage leaking from a septic tank, pump chamber, holding tank, septic system component other than the
drainfield, or collection system;
(d) Cesspools or seepage pits where evidence of ground water or surface water quality degradation exists;
(e) Inadequately treated effluent contaminating ground water or surface water, as demonstrated through (i) a
positive tracing dye result; and (ii) a coliform count of at least 500 organisms per 100 ml of water; or (iii) the
presence of the disposal component of the on-site sewage system located in ground water; or
(f) Noncompliance with conditions stipulated on the OSS permit.
“Fees” means charges as hereinafter authorized and adopted by ordinance by the Jefferson County board of
commissioners or the Jefferson County board of health.
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“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 officerHealth Officer” means the local health officerHealth Officer of Jefferson County public health, or a
representative authorized by and under the direct supervision of the local health officerHealth Officer, as defined
in Chapter 70.05 RCW.
“Homeowner inspector” means a person who has been issued a homeowner inspection authorization by Jefferson
County public health as stipulated in Chapter 8.15.145 JCC. This term includes other persons, including owners of
commercial property, that receive approval by Jefferson County public health to complete monitoring inspections
of the on-site sewage system serving a commercial establishment.
“Homeowner inspection authorization” means an authorization granted to an individual who has met the
requirements of JCC 8.15.145(2) and personally holds the responsibility and liability for completing and reporting
monitoring inspections on registered OSS in Jefferson County.
“Installer” means an individual who has passed the Jefferson County installer’san exam approved by JCPH, holds a
current bond, and insurance as specified in JCC 8.15.120140, personally holds an installer’s certificate and directly
supervises the installation and/or repair of an on-site sewage disposal system in Jefferson County.
“JCPH” means Jefferson County pPublic hHealth.
“Legal Lot of Record (LLOR)” means any lot that is determined to be a legal lot of record pursuant to Chapter JCC
18.12.
“Modification” means alteration of an existing on-site sewage component that does not result in an increase of
the capacity of the system.
“Monitoring inspection” means an inspection of the components associated with a specific OSS containing the
information specified on forms approved by JCPH.
“Notice of violation” means written determination that an element or section of these rules and regulations has
not been complied with.
“On-site sewage system (OSS)” means 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 systemOSS 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:
(1a) Conventional: systems consisting solely of a septic tank and a gravity SSAS, or those including a pump to a
gravity SSAS.
(2b) Alternative: all systems not defined as conventional, such as pressurized, public domain treatment
devices and proprietary products.
“Operation and monitoring agreement” means 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.
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“O&M” means Operation and Monitoring.
“Operation and monitoringO&M sSpecialist” means 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.
“O&M Technician” means 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 under the
supervision of a Designer or O&M Specialist, and only on gravity and pump to gravity OSS.
“Owner” means title owner, per the assessor’s office, of a particular parce l or property and includes an individual,
firm, business entity, trust, association, syndicate, partnership, or corporation having sufficient property interest to
seek development of land. The term owner includes any authorized agent or representative, ope rator, or occupant
of the parcel.. Residence or domicile at a particular parcel is not required to satisfy this definition.
“Partial Installation” means the installation of the drainfield/disposal component and any pre-treatment device
identified in the approved design.
“Preoccupancy inspection” means any inspection(s) of the OSS that are required before a certificate of occupancy
can be issued.
“Probation” means a penalty period where the individual committing the violation shall be subject to additional
review, reporting and/or inspection.
“Proprietary product” means a sewage treatment or distribution technology, method, or material subject to a
patent or a trademark.
“Pumper” means an individual approved and granted a certificate by JCPH to 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 tanks or pump chambers,
vacuum and hydro-jet systems, and install outlet baffle filters in a septic tank.
“Record drawing” means an 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” means the reconstruction, relocation, or replacement of any portion of a failed or substandard 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” means a person who owns a parcel, per the assessor’s office, and occupies, or intends to occupy,
that parcel.
“Residential sewage” means 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” means the termination of all the rights and privileges associated with a certification or homeowner
inspection authorization.
“Scale bar” means the graphic representation by which distances can be measured.
“Scum” means lighter solids, such as fats and grease, that rise to the top of a septic tank, holding tank or pump
chamber.
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“Septage” means 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” means 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” means 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 iInstaller” means an individual that has passed the installer’san exam approved by JCPH,and maintains an
annual certificate, and but is workingworks under the direction, insurance, and bond of a certified iInstaller.
“Sludge” means heavy solids that settle to the bottom of a septic tank, holding tank or pump chamber.
“Soil log” means 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” means subsurface soil absorption system, as defined in WAC 246-272A-0010(2).
“Suspension” means the temporary termination of all rights and privileges associated with a certification or
homeowner inspection authorization.
“Violation” means a failure to comply with the provisions of applicable laws, rules or regul ations including, but not
limited to the Jefferson County Code and Chapter 246-272A WAC., instances or cases when:
(a) 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.
(b) 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 Chapter
246-272A WAC; specification or approval of inadequate construction material, devices or methods.
(c) A system is not installed in accordance with the approved permit.
(d) Installer fails to notify the designer and/or JCPH when site conditions have changed, making installation of
the approved permitted system impossible or impractical.
(e) A pumper disposes of wastewater or septage at an unapproved disposal site.
(f) A designer fails to submit record drawing plans as specified in JCC 8.15.110(5).
(g) 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.
(h) A certificate holder fails to pay fees as specified by Jefferson County ordinance.
(i) 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.
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(j) An owner fails to complete required monitoring inspections, comply with the monitoring schedule in Table
1 in JCC 8.15.150 and/or submit the reports to JCPH or the approved entity.
(k) An owner fails to comply with conditions of the on-site sewage permit.
“WAC” means the Washington Administrative Code. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.055 Local management plan.
(1) Management and oversight of on-site sewage treatment and disposal systems is intended to result in an
effective means of regulating sewage disposal and necessary to protect the public health, by promoting a
comprehensive approach to sewage treatment and disposal.
(2) A local sewage management plan was adopted in July 2007 as required by Chapter 246-272A WAC. It includes
elements to:
(a)a. Identify all OSS in Jefferson County; and
(b)b. Progressively develop and maintain an inventory, including the type and location of all known OSS in
operation; and
(c)c. Facilitate education of homeowners regarding their responsibilities under Chapter 246-272A WAC and
this chapter and provide operation and maintenance information for all types of systems in use; and
(d)d. Remind and encourage homeowners to complete the operation and maintenance inspections required
by WAC Chapter 246-272A-0270 WAC and this chapter; and
(e)e. Maintain records required; and
(f)f. Enforce OSS owner permit application, operation, monitoring and maintenance and failure repair
requirements; and
(g)g. Identify unknown, undocumented or failing OSS; and.
h. Identify areas where OSS pose an increased public health risk.
(3) The O&M fee will support implementation of the above items and provide support and maintenance of a data
base system for the records of septic system permitting, ins tallation, operation, maintenance and communication
with the responsible parties.
(4) Each on-site wastewater disposal system shall be charged an annual fee as adopted in the environmental
health fee schedule to be collected via the property tax statement to implement the requirements of the Jefferson
County sewage management plan as adopted and hereafter amended.
(5) The fee shall be adjusted annually per Ordinance 08-0918-14, Section 3 – Fees.
(6) Exemption from the Annual Fee.
Properties that can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the health officer that they are connected to an approved
municipal sewer system permitted by the Washington State Department of Ecology or provide documentation that
a structure or residential unit is not connected to a water supply and capable of discharging wastewater can be
exempted from the annual fee. Documentation shall be provided via:
(a) Submission of a sewer bill for the residence or structure; or
Commented [CE2]: Pinky to look at this code reference.
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(b) Application on a form provided by environmental health and inspection by JCPH to verify the stated conditions.
(c) Information documenting an exemption shall be submitted between January 31st and March 1st of the year for
which an exemption is requested.
(d) This exemption shall not be used for partial reductions of the on-site sewage operation and maintenance
program charge.
a. A property may be exempt from the annual fee provided the owner can demonstrate one of the following
to the satisfaction of the Health Officer:
(i) The property is connected to an approved sewer system permitted by the Washington State
Department of Ecology; or
(ii) The property is connected to a large OSS permitted by the Washington State Department of Health
where all components including septic tanks and pump chambers are managed and inspe cted by an
approved third party; or
(iii) The structure or residential unit is not connected to a water supply and therefore is not capable of
creating nor discharging sewage. Documentation may be required by the Health Officer.
b. To receive the fee exemption:
(i) The owner must submit a completed application form to the department with a sewer bill for the
property showing an account number and the sewer provider’s contact information; and
(ii) Application for an exemption shall be submitted between January 31st and March 1st of the year for
which an exemption is requested; and
(iii) The department may conduct an inspection to verify conditions indicated on the application form.
c. The annual fee exemption does not apply to partial reductions of the on -site sewage operation, or the
monitoring and maintenance program charge.
(7) On-site sewage systemsOSS to be assessed the fee shall be determined based on on-site sewage systemOSS
records.
(8) Jefferson County public health shall provide information to the JC assessor on new OSS and decomm issioned
OSS annually. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 5-16 § 1]
8.15.060 Adequate sewage disposal required.
(1) Every residence, place of business, unit, facility, or other buildingstructure or place where people congregate,
reside, or are employed that has the ability to generate wastewater, shall be connected to an approved public
sewer. If no public sewer is available, all sources of wastewater the building sewer shall be connected to an
approved on-site sewage systemOSS approved that complies with the standards for construction, operations, and
maintenance of Chapter 246-272A WAC and this chapter.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 Chapter 246-272A WAC and this code.
Alternative means of wastewater disposal such as an approved greywater system or other proprietary products
approved by DOH may also be used. All other places where people congregate shall have adequate means to
dispose of wastewater that complies with JCPH policies and/or protects public health.Such system may include the
use of waterless toilet devices in conjunction with an approved gray water system or other proprietary products
approved by the Washington State Department of Health.
(2) Any unit/facility 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.
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(23) Any new or replacement residence, unit, facility, structure, or commercial structure, or any expansion, as that
term is defined in JCC 8.15.050 Chapter 246-272A WAC, may be connected to an pre-existing on-site sewage
systemOSS 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, Chapter 246-
272A WAC and this chapter.
a. Exemption from meeting current code. An existing OSS may be connected to a replacement structure that
was damaged in a natural disaster or other situation beyond the property owner’s control such as, fire,
earthquake, landslide, etc., if all of the following requirements are met:
(i) The footprint, heated square footage, and septic capacity requirements of the replacement structure
remains the same as the original structure.
(ii) The waste-strength is of residential strength in nature.
(iii) The OSS was issued a permit and has been given final approval for use by JCPH.
(iv) The existing method of sewage disposal is not a pit privy, outhouse, seepage pit, or method of
disposal that if continued use of the system would be inconsistent with the purpose and objectives of
this chapter.
(v) The OSS shall have a full evaluation by a septic designer or engineer that proves the following;
1. The tank(s) are in good condition/working order; and
2. The disposal component has at least two feet of vertical separation; and
3. The disposal component is not ponded; and
4. The OSS has not been modified without permits; and
5. The OSS meets proper setbacks to wells and surface waters; and
6. The OSS has not failed as defined by Chapter 246-272A WAC.
(vi) If all of the above in this subsection are met, an up-to-date record drawing of the OSS generated by a
septic designer or engineer shall be submitted to JCPH; and
1. The OSS shall be retrofitted as to provide proper access for ongoing O&M as prescribed in the
design section of this chapter.
(4) A reserve area designation shall be required on any property served by an OSS prior to approval of a building
permit that increases the footprint or adds additional structures on a property which does not already have a
reserve area.
[Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.065 Areas where OSS may pose a significant risk to public health.
The Health Officer may impose additional requirements to an OSS application beyond the minimum established in
this chapter and Chapter 246-272A WAC, and may deny the application, in any area where an OSS may pose a
significant risk to human health and the environment. The Health Officer shall make the following findings in their
decision:
(1) The decision is made as a matter of professional judgment to protect human health and safety, and the
environment;
(2) The requirements and restrictions contained within the decision are prudent and necessary to prevent or
reduce the possibility of failure of an OSS system, or to minimize any negative impacts of an OSS upon public
health and environmentally sensitive areas;
(3) The determination is based on a review of available science by department JCPH and/or other agencies with
expertise in making their determination. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. X-XX]
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8.15.070 No discharge to water or ground surface.
Effluent from any on-site sewage disposal system or other human sewage 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 or other authorized agency. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-
XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.075 Minimum land area requirements.
A property such as a lot, parcel, or other tracts of land seeking LLOR determination pursuant to Chapter 18.12 JCC
or an OSS permit shall be required to meet one of the following minimum land area requirements below.
(1) The property meets Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC.
(2) The property does not meet Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC but complies with all of the following:
a. The property is at least 50% of the required land area of Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC; and
b. The property utilizes an OSS that does not exceed the nitr ogen loading limits of Table XII of Chapter 246-
272A-0320 WAC; and
c. The property utilizes an OSS meeting a minimum of treatment level B and bacterial level 2 or a
pressurized OSS with 36 inches of vertical separation; and
d. The property utilizes an OSS without taking size reductions; and
e. The property does not require any waivers from this chapter or Chapter 246-272A WAC to permit an OSS;
and
f. The owner of the property does not own additional adjacent lots or cannot aggregate additional land area
that would allow the property to meet Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC; or
(3) The property does not meet (1) or (2) above but qualifies for a waiver from the above requirements by
complying with all of the following:
a. Application for a waiver including a justification describing how the requested waiver is consistent with
the purposes and objectives of protecting public health; and
b. The property utilizes an OSS meeting a minimum of treatment level B and bacterial level 2; and
c. The property utilizes an OSS without taking size reductions; and
d. The property utilizes an OSS that does not exceed the nitrogen loading limits of Table XII of Chapter 246-
272A-0320 WAC; and
e. The property does not require any other waivers from this chapter or Chapter 246-272A WAC to permit
an OSS; and
f. The owner of the property does not own additional adjacent lots or cannot aggregate additional land area
that would allow the property to meet (2) above.
If multiple lots are required to meet one of the minimum land area requirements above, said lots shall be bound
together via a restrictive covenant or lot consolidation recorded with the Jefferson County Auditor’s Office in a
format approved by JCPH. An additional adjacent lot(s) not required for the property to meet minimum land area
shall be included in the restrictive covenant or lot consolidation unless the lot(s) individually comply with Table XI
of Chapter 246-272A-0320. Said additional lot(s) may later be unbound from the combined land area if the lot(s)
are then combined with other land areas needing to comply with this section. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. X-XX]
8.15.080 On-site sewage systemOSS permit - General.
(1) Permit required. No person shall install or cause to be installed a new on-site sewage systemOSS, nor perform
any modification, extension, repair, relocation or connection to an existing on-site sewage systemOSS without a
valid permit issued by the health officerHealth Officer.
Commented [CE3]: 8.15.075 Minimum land area
requirements.
-We discussed this section with Roger Parker from DOH
10/7/24. Their review found no inconstancies/conflicts
with WAC 246-272A-0320 Developments, subdivisions,
and minimum land area requirements.
-This section is more strict than the state’s.
-The first paragraph of this section specifies that it
applies to properties going through LLOR via 18.12 and
properties that already have LLOR or are LLOR exempt
(city of PT, emergency repairs, etc.)
-The last paragraph defines how parcels need to be
combined for min. land area, and how we don’t want to
create “orphan parcels” that can’t be developed on their
own due to a lack of land area. This language replaces
current -090(4).
-JCPH Policy 97-2 will be repealed and replaced by -075.
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(2) Exemption from permit requirement for Minor Repairs. A permit is not required for those repairs defined as
minor repairs. The following is required for minor repairs:
a. All minor repairs shall be documented via the on-site septic inspection and monitoring database or other
approved method; and
b. The work shall be completed by a property owner, certified installer, O&M Specialist, O&M Technician or
Pumper as allowed under their certification; and
c. Where pump or control panel are replaced or altered, a report shall be submitted to JCPH to identify what
minor repair(s) was completed. The report shall include component manufacturer, sp ecification, and verify
that settings and functionality are consistent with the approved design.
(3) Emergency mitigations for sewage surfacing or backing up into a structure; a licensed septic designer or
installer may perform emergency mitigations to alleviate the hazard until it can be addressed via a repair
permit. The following will be required in such situations:
a. The mitigation shall protect human and environmental health;
b. The mitigation shall eliminate possible human or animal contact with OSS effluent;
c. The mitigation shall consider site constraints such as but not limited to, surface waters, wells, ditches,
ground water, etc;
d. The mitigation shall be documented and reported to JCPH within of 24 hours work performed;
(4) Shall be acted upon in accordance with the regulations in effect at the time of formal submittal, including but
not limited to its period of validity and expiration date.
(5) Installation of an OSS does not assure future development on the property. Future development shall comply
with state and local code at the time of application.
(6) Application. The application shall be submitted on a form provided by the department with all submittal
requirements as required by the department through administrative rule, on the form and by this chapter.
Incomplete applications and fees will be returned to the applicant without further processing or review. To be
considered complete an application shall include all of the following:
a. A detailed to-scale construction plan for the proposed system and site, with original signature of the
licensed designer; and
b. Application form is complete and accurate with property information and original signature of applicant or
authorized representative; and
c. A soil log report completed by the individual who performed the soil evalua tion. 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, or the local Health Officer or their designee.
The soil testing shall comply with the requirements of Chapter 246-272A-0220 WAC and the following
procedures:
(i) A minimum of two soil logs shall be dug in both the proposed primary area and the proposed reserve
area of sufficient size and depth to accurately determine site suitability for on -site sewage disposal.
(ii) The Health Officer or designee may require additional soil logs or such further testing as is necessa ry
to determine the adequacy of a site for on-site sewage disposal.
(iii) Where sieve analysis tests are required, they shall be completed by a certified lab and chain of
custody requirements shall be followed.
(iv) It shall be the responsibility of the owner to fill and cover the holes provided for evaluation of the
soils for an installation permit or subdivision review within 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.
d. Any easements or covenants necessary to provide sufficient area to locate an OSS shall be recorded with
the Jefferson County auditor’s office prior to submittal of the OSS application. In the case of immediate
public health hazard, recording of the easements, covenants, or lot consolidations shall be required prior to
final approval of the system.
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(7) Errors in design or installation are the responsibility of the property owner. The property owner or their
authorized agent is responsible for the accurate representation of all information presented to the Health
Officer. Any error committed by a designer or installer remains the sole responsibility of the septic system
owner. The department does not have the authority or responsibility to change septic system requirements
when errors occur in design or installation.
(8) OSS for structures subject to Chapter 15.15 JCC and for any OSS located in a floodplain, floodway, coastal high
hazard area, or area of special flood hazard as defined in Chapter 15.15 JCC, the OSS permit shall not be issued
until all required permits and approvals have been issued pursuant to Chapter 15.15 JCC. The OSS permit shall
comply with any applicable standards or requirements in Chapter 15.15 JCC.
(9) OSS disposal permits shall comply with regulations and policies established by the state of Washington, the
Jefferson County comprehensive plan, Jefferson county codes, 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 o r hereinafter amended.
(10) Compliance with other laws required. Except as otherwise expressly provided, compliance with the
requirements of this chapter shall not exempt or excuse compliance with any other applicable local, state, or
federal law or regulation.
(11) Administrative order issued pursuant to Chapter 19.20 JCC. Whenever an administrative order has been issued
on a property pursuant to Chapter 19.20 JCC, the department will not issue any permits for that property until
the administrative order has been resolved, or as may be jointly agreed upon by the directors of public health
and any other department involved in the administrative order process.
(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 Chapter 246-272A WAC. 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 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 90 days from the date of issue. Repair permits may be renewed for
an additional 90 days if the health officer determines it is warranted.
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(8) The health officer may revoke or deny a permit for due cause. Examples include, but are not limited t o:
(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 void ing 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.
(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 floodplain 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 floodplain certification has been issued in accordance with Chapter
15.15 JCC or subsequent amendments. An OSS installation permit shall comply with the standards in said chapter.
(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 County Code, including, but no t 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 noncomplying
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 WAC 246-272A-0220 and be used in addition to
the following procedures:
(a) A minimum of two 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.
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(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 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 auditor’s 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 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 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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.081 OSS permit for repair or replacement.
(1) A permit is required to repair or replace a failed or substandard OSS and shall comply with Chapter 246-272A
WAC and this chapter.
(2) Repair permits shall expire 90 – 270 days from the date of issue based on assessment of risk to public health
such as but not limited to; surfacing sewage, discharge to ground water, or backing up into a structure.
(3) Repair permits may be extended for an additional 90 days if the Health Officer determines it is warranted.
Additional mitigations to reduce risk may be required. Such mitigations may include inspection by a certified
monitoring specialist or designer, or participation in a voluntary compliance agreement.
(4) LLOR Status Required. All properties seeking a repair or replacement permit must be a LLOR as determined by
DCD and this chapter prior to issuance of an OSS permit unless otherwise given written approved by the
Health Officer and DCD.
(5) Per Chapter 246-272A WAC the minimum design flow of an OSS for a primary dwelling unit is 240 gallons per
day. A repair or replacement residential OSS that was previously designed for less than 240 gpd shall be sized
to meet this minimum design standard. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. X-XX]
8.15.082 OSS pending application and permit transferability, extension, and expiration.
(1) Application transferable. An application is transferable with property ownership.
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(2) Extension of time for pending application. The Health Officer or their designee 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 completion of application requirements.
No application shall be extended more than once.
(3) Cancellation of pending applications. An application shall be cancelled if the applicant fails to submit
requested additional information within 12 months of the department’s written notice of required
information.
a. The applicant shall resubmit a complete application and design with current designer stamp, pay current
application fees, and meet the current rules and regulations.
(4) Permits transferable. Permits are transferable with property ownership.
(5) Permit expiration. A sewage disposal permit issued under this section shall be valid for a period of three years
from the date of issuance.
a. The permit may remain valid beyond its expiration date 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 OSS.
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.
(6) Partial installation. When a system has been partially installed as defined by this chapter and the original
permit has expired, any future installation of tanks or other components needed to complete the system shall
require a new permit. The proposed components shall meet code at the time of application. [Ord. 9-20 § 2
(Appx. B); Ord. X-XX]
8.15.083 Revocation of issued OSS permit or denial of OSS permit application.
The Health Officer may revoke or deny a permit or application for good cause to protect public health and safety or
the environment, including but not limited to the following:
(1) Development or continued use of the OSS threatens public health; or
(2) Misrepresentation or inaccuracy in the construction plan or the permit application; or
(3) Failure to meet conditions of the permit or the regulations; or
(4) Changes or alterations to the site that may negatively impact the functioning of the OSS or reserve area
included but not limited to grading, filling, clearing, or burning operations. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. X-XX]
8.15.085 Operational permit.
(1) Application required. Application for an operational permit shall be submitted on a form provided by JCPH.
Incomplete applications and fees will be returned to the applicant without further processing or review. To be
considered complete an application shall be fully completed and shall have fees paid in full.
(2) An operational permit shall be required in following cases;
a. For privately-owned OSS consisting solely of a holding tank;
b. For experimental OSS or OSS for which there is a proprietary product development permit ;
c. As required by JCPH policies;
d. As required by the Health Officer for OSS that pose a significant risk to public health.
(3) When an operational permit is required, the Health Officer shall:
a. Establish conditions of approval of the operational permit which must be met for continued use of the
OSS.
b. Update conditions in the operational permit as appropriate as a result of changes to the OSS and its use.
c. Deny or withhold approvals for other permits when the OSS is not in compliance with its operational
permit.
(3) An operational permit shall be renewed annually or as otherwise required by JCPH.
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(4) The owner of an OSS required to have an operational permit shall maintain a written service contract with a
certified O&M Specialist, Technician, or septic designer to perform the inspections, maintenance, sampling
and monitoring and any other requirements of the operational permit.
(5) The owner of an OSS which is required to have an operational permit is responsible for complying with the
conditions in the operational permit and for renewing the operational permit at the required frequency as
specified by the operational permit.
(6) Failure to comply with the conditions in an operational permit or to renew the operational permit as specified
by the operational permit, shall result in revocation of the operational permit and continued use of the OSS
shall be denied until all conditions of the permit have been met.
8.15.090 Design.
(1) All OSS shall be designed in accordance with this chapter and Chapter 246-272A WAC.
(1) All on-site sewage disposal systems shall be designed in accordance with these rules, and the criteria in Chapter
246-272A WAC, 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 Chapter 18.43 RCW.
(2) All OSS shall be designed by individuals in accordance with Chapter 246-272A WAC.
(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-00/008 except where modified by, or in conflict with, Chapter 246-272A WAC or
this code. Pretreatment shall be required for nonresidential/high-strength waste streams.
(3) The Health Officer may require OSS to comply with applicable DOH Department Standards and Guidance
documents for design, installation, and maintenance as currently exists or hereafter amended.
(4) The Health officer may require OSS utilizing a proprietary technology to comply with any and all applicable
guidance documents published by DOH or the manufacturer of the proprietary technology.
(5) OSS located in a special aquifer recharge protection areas that are also located in susceptible aquifer recharge
areas as designated by Chapter 18.22.310 JCC shall be designed to mitigate nitrogen and bacteria loading in
one of the following manners, as applicable:
a. If the property is 1 acre or larger, the OSS shall not exceed the nitrogen loading limits of Table XII of
Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC.
b. If the property meets the minimum land area of Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC;
(i) The OSS shall not exceed the nitrogen limits established in Table XII of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC;
and
(ii) If the OSS is located in Type 1 or 2 soils, the OSS shall be designed to treat nitrogen to less than or
equal to 30mg/L prior to final disposal; or
(iii) If the OSS is located in Type 3, 4, 5, or 6 soils, the OSS shall be designed with a shallow pressure
distribution disposal component, or designed to treat nitrogen to less than or equal to 30mg/L prior
to final disposal if shallow pressure distribution is not feasible.
c. If the property does not meet the minimum land area of Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC;
(i) The OSS shall not exceed the nitrogen limits established in Table XII of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC;
and
(ii) The OSS shall be designed to treat nitrogen to less than or equal to 30mg/L prior to final disposal.
(36) OSS serving residential sources of sewage shall be sized to comply with the following:
Sewage system sizing criteria shall comply with the standards in Chapter 246 -272A WAC.
Commented [CE4]: 8.15.090(5)
-Current code does not have this language. See
18.30.180.
-18.30.180 grants the Board of Health authority to
amend that section. Rather than amend 18.30 with the
new language in -090(5) we would like to repeal
18.30.180 and incorporate the purpose and objectives
of that section into 8.15.
-I reached out to DCD and they believe changing
18.30.180 does not require the Planning Commission,
but they will need to revise the language in 18.30.180 to
reference 8.15. Do you agree with this?
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a. An OSS serving one dwelling unit shall be sized at a minimum of 240 gallons per day.
(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. An OSS serving a primary dwelling unit and one additional dwelling unit shall comply with the following in
addition to the requirements of Chapter 246-272A-0230 WAC:
(i) The primary dwelling shall be sized at a minimum of 240 gallons per day; and
(ii) The additional dwelling unit may be sized at a minimum of 120 gallons per day for each bedroom in
the dwelling, if;
1. The primary and reserve area are not reduced in size; and
2. The reserve area shall be sized to accommodate a replacement OSS sized at a minimum of 240
gallons per day, per dwelling unit; and
3. Upon failure of the OSS, the Health Officer may require the replacement OSS to be sized at a
minimum of 240 gallons per day, per dwelling unit.
c. An OSS serving three or more dwelling units shall comply with the following in addition to the
requirements of Chapter 246-272A-0230 WAC, unless otherwise approved by the Health Officer:
(i) The property which the OSS is located shall meet Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC; and
(ii) The primary dwelling shall be sized at a minimum of 240 gallons per day; and
(iii) The additional dwellings shall be sized at a minimum of 240 gallons per day.
d. An existing OSS that has additional design capacity beyond its current use may be utilized for an
expansion of use, as that term is defined by Chapter 246-272A WAC, only when the existing system has
hydraulic capacity, sufficient vertical and horizontal separation, an adequate reserve area, and satisfies all
other requirements to comply with current code, Chapter 246-272A WAC and this chapter.
e. The OSS shall be sized to serve all rooms intended for use as bedrooms or sleeping as specified in Chapter
246-272A-0230 WAC.
(b)e. 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 flow for any dwelling unit is 240 gallons per day.
(47) Reserve Area. As a minimum an area equal to that required for a 100 percent replacement or repair,
completely separate from the primary area, and shown dimensioned on the site plan.
(58) Permit application submittal shall comply with Chapter 246-272A WAC Permit Requirements and include the
following: 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)a. One copy of the JCPH “Septic Permit Application Form” providing all identified information. This form
shall have the original signature of the property owner or authorized representative as provided in writing.
(b)b. Three copies of the design and construction specifications. One copy shall h ave an original stamp and
designer signature with date prepared.
(c)c. One copy of the soil log report submitted on a separate eight-and-one-half-inch by 11-inch sheet(s). The
evaluation shall include the date of evaluation and identify the soil evaluator.
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(d)d. One copy of the calculations and assumptions supporting the proposed design including all items
outlined in subsection (79) of this section.
(e)e. One copy of the following information:
(i) Directions to the site.
(ii) Identification if the parcel is within the boundaries of a sewer utility.
(iii) If connecting to a community OSS provide:
(A)1. The name, location and permit number of said system,
(B)2. The name, address and point of contact with the system’s management entity,
(C)3. A customer agreement with the management entity that provides a commitment to serve the
parcel.
(iv) All recorded easements impacting the OSS or access to the OSS, whether public or private and
whether or not recorded.
(v) All recorded covenants impacting the OSS or access to the OSS, whether public or private except as
specifically allowed by the Health Officer. In all cases the easement or covenant shall be secured and
recorded prior to final approval of the system installation.All covenants impacting the OSS or access to
the OSS, whether public or private and whether or not recorded.
(vi) A current monitoring inspection report for all existing OSS prepared and filed by a JCPH certified
operation, monitoring, and maintenance provider or licensed designer.
(vii) One copy of any special reports applicable to the project, such as geotechnical report or wetland
delineation.
(69) Design and construction specifications shall include the following items and those required by Chapter 246 -
272A WAC. This portion of the application shall be no more than 10 pages, 11 inches by 17 inches, unless
specifically authorized by the health officerHealth Officer. All sheets must be at least eight and one-half inches by
11 inches but not more than 11 inches by 17 inches.
(a)a. A complete, detailed, and dimensional site plan including:
(i) The date of the design, the designer’s seal and the designer’s original 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 feet of the system that is at an engineering scale not to
exceed one inch equals 50 feet. 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.
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(vii) General topography and the percent slope of the site within 100 feet 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 se wage 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 feet 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.
(xv) Identification of all existing structure(s) on the property, year built if known, if plumbing is present or
not, and label the current use of each building.
(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;
(iv) Monitoring and access ports.
(710) 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.
(811) Nothing herein shall preclude the designer from providing supplemental information regarding the design
directly to the client under separate cover.
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(912) The proposed drainfield lateral/bed shall be staked in the field for inspection and review unless specifically
waived by the health officerHealth Officer or designee.
(1013) Septic tanksTanks and chambers shall:
(a)a. Have watertight pumping access ports with secured lids to prevent unauthorized access to ground
surface over both all compartments and at the outlet and inlet to facilitate inspection and maintenance. A
homeowner may provide access ports to within six inches 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)b. Be set on a self-leveling, stable base.
(1411) 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.
(15) When the horizontal separation between a drainfield and a private well or other source of private drinking
water cannot maintain 100’, it may be reduced to 75’ when the following is met:
a. The OSS is designed and located to prevent sewage from contaminating the well in the event of OSS
failure. The design shall consider contours/elevations, other physical constraints.
(i) A report by a licensed hydrogeologist may be required if existing information regarding the well does
not provide adequate supporting documentation that there is low hydro -geologic susceptibility to
contamination; and
b. An increase in the level of treatment is proposed; and
c. The proposed disposal component is full sized.
(16) When the horizontal separation between a drainfield and a surface water not used as source of drinking water
cannot maintain 100’, it may be reduced to 75’ when the following is met:
a. The OSS is designed and located to prevent sewage from contaminating the surface water in the event of
OSS failure. The design shall consider contours/elevations, other physical constraints; or
b. An increase in the level of treatment is proposed.
(17) Any waiver application from state or local code shall clearly identify the mitigation(s) proposed in OSS design
specifications.[ Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.095 Commercial on-site sewage systemsOSS.
(1) Commercial on-site sewage systemsOSS as defined in this chapter shall be designed according to the standards
contained in Chapter 246-272A WAC 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 on-site sewage systemOSS.
(4) All commercial on-site sewage systemsOSS shall provide an annual report to JCPH including the following at a
minimum:
(a)a. Number of connections to the system and each connection’s design flow.
(b)b. Copies of inspection reports consisting of the items detailed in JCC 8.15.1 50(76) completed per Table 12.
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(c)c. Records identifying any maintenance completed on the system components. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B);
Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.100 Community on-site sewage disposal systemsOSS.
(1) Community on-site sewage systemsOSS as defined in this chapter shall be designed in accordance with Chapter
246-272A WAC, 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 Chapter 246-272B WAC or as they may be
hereafter amended. and this chapter.
(2) Management of community on-site sewage systemsOSS.
a. Management shall be by an public entity as defined by Chapter 246-272B-01100 WAC and 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 systemOSS.
b. The approved management entity shall provide operations and maintenance as prescribed by Chapter
8.15.150 JCC.
(3) A covenant shall be recorded to the property and shall remain in place for the life of the on-site sewage
systemOSS or until the on-site sewage systemOSS is no longer needed. It shall provide the management entity the
following items, including but not limited to:
(a)a. A legal easement allowingLegal access granted to the approved management entity for construction,
operation and maintenance, and repair of the OSS; and
(b)b. Identification of an Owner and/or management responsibilities to maintain an adequate financing
mechanism to assure the funding of operation, maintenance, and repair, and replacement 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 Chapter 246-
272A WAC.this chapter.
(6) All community on-site sewage systemsOSS shall provide an annual report to JCPH including the following at a
minimum:
(a)a. Number of connections to the system and each connection’s design flow.
(b)b. Copies of inspection reports consisting of the items identified on forms provided or approved by JCPH
per JCC 8.15.150(10) and completed per JCC 8.15.150(7).
(c)c. Records identifying all maintenance completed on the system components. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord.
6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.105 Property line adjustments and Ssubdivision requirements.
(1) Proposals of a subdivision, planned rural residential development, boundary line adjustment, binding site plan,
lot consolidation, condominimization or other land use development that create new lot lines or lot areas, where
the use of OSS is proposed, shall obtain the Health Officer’s review and/or approval of the proposal in accordance
with this section.A person proposing the development of subdivisions, planned unit developments, binding site
Commented [CE5]: 8.15.100(3)b. Community OSS
-This is a newly discovered topic that is giving us
heartache. Is this language sufficient enough? This
section is largely based on WAC 246-272B-04100(1)(l)
and 246-272B-07050(2) which is also very vague on
what “sufficient funding” actually means.
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plans and other land division shall obtain approval from the health officer, where the use of OSS is proposed, prior
to any development.
(2) Land area requirements.
a. Subdivisions as defined by Chapter 246-272A WAC, shall result in lot sizes that meet or exceed the
minimum land area requirements of Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC. Individual lot sizes may be
less than the minimum land area requirements of Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320 WAC if the average
land area of all lots and other common areas within the subdivision meets or exceeds the minimum land
area requirements of Table XI of Chapter 246-242A-0320 WAC.
b. All other land use developments shall result in no net loss of land area for each lot unless each of the
proposed lots meet or exceed the minimum land area requirements of Table XI of Chapter 246-272A-0320
WAC.
(2) The proposal shall comply with the standards of WAC 246-272A-0320 and the Jefferson County unified
development code as amended.
(3) Preliminary review. The following shall be provided by DCD for JCPH review at the time of application:
a. A scaled preliminary plan of the proposal showing the layout of the lots and the following features:
(i) Location and description of all existing or proposed private or public well(s), including a sanitary
control area of 100-foot radius and all water system facilities; and
(ii) All wells within 100’ of the project property lines; and
(iii) Right of ways and existing or proposed easements; and
(iv) Stormwater drainage; and
(v) Existing structures; and
(vi) All existing OSS components; and
(vii) Soil test pits.
b. A soils report and site plan submitted by a licensed designer or licensed professional engineer that:
(i) Shows an area for each proposed lot/segregation that is suitable for OSS disposal; and
(ii) Provides a minimum of four test pits, two in the area of the primary drainfield and two in the reserve
area to demonstrate adequate soils to support an OSS. Test pits shall be flagged with the lot and test
hole number; and
(iii) Show a dimensioned area for the primary and reserve areas based on the soil type.
c. Soil test pits shall be made available for observation by JCPH staff and must be filled in upon completion
of review and notification of such by JCPH.
d. Statements as to the type of potable water supply.
(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 on-site sewage disposal, and
(ii) Provides a minimum of four test pits, two feet by four feet by six feet deep, two in the area of the
primary drainfield and two 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.
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(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) Preliminary approval. The following are required to obtain preliminary approval.To Obtain Preliminary
Approval.
(a)a. The health departmentJCPH staff shall review the application and perform field visits.
(b)b. The highest anticipated ground water table elevation shall be determined. The health officerHealth
Officer or designee may require an evaluation during the months of suspected high waterhigh-water table
conditions where less than 18 inches of usable soil is observed.
(c)c. Lot sizes shall comply with the minimum land are requirements of this section.meet minimum area
requirements.
(d)d. Soils suitable for the installation of OSS must be identified for each lot.
(e)e. The Health Officer may require Cconceptual or detailedseptic system designs for proposed lots where
site or soil conditions are such that construction of an OSS may be challenging. may be required by the health
officer or designee.
(f)f. If existing homes or structures are on any of the proposed lots then the applicant must demonstrate all
of the following:
(i) The continued operation of all existing OSS does not pose a threat to public health or groundwater
quality by completion of a monitoring inspection. Verification by a septic designer that the existing
system is not failed or installed in seasonal ground water may be required as determined by the
Health Officer; and
(ii) There is an adequate reserve area available for all existing OSS in accordance with this chapter.
An evaluation of all existing on-site sewage systems within the bounds of the project shall be
completed by an entity authorized by the health officer or designee.
(g)g. Where a community system or large on-site sewage systemOSS 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 JCC 8.15.100.
(i) Sites utilizing large OSS shall provide written preliminary approval from Washington State DOH prior
to JCPH preliminary approval.
(h)h. Water Supply Review. Details regarding the water supply for each proposed lot shall be identified and
described in a format approved by JCPH. 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, JCPH Drinking water requirements, Washington State Department of Health drinking
water regulationsDOH drinking water regulations, Chapter 246-290 WAC and/or Chapter 246-291 WAC as
amended, and Washington State Department of Ecology water rights provisions, Chapter 90.03 and/or
90.44 RCW.
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(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-foot radius
cannot be met, evidence of adjacent property owners’ written consent shall be submitted to the hea lth
department. For existing wells the sanitary control area shall be established by covenant and portrayed
graphically on the face of the plat.
(5) Additional information. The department may also request the following information from the applicant:
a. All utilities and easements, including water lines and water meters if applicable;
b. Depiction of critical areas, right-of-way or private road easements, and any ditching or other stormwater
facilities in the development;
c. An updated drawing of any existing OSS, or detailed on-site work to verify the location of all septic system
components, drainage lines, and designated reserve areas;
d. An updated survey drawing showing the proposed property boundaries in relation to the OSS, drainfield,
and reserve areas.
(56) To Obtain obtain Final final Approvalapproval;.
(a)a. All conditions of the preliminary approval shall be met.; and
(b)b. The locations of test pits used for the preparation of the soils report and the features identified in (3)
and (4) above shall be portrayed on the final plat.;and
c. The locations of all existing OSS components shall be portrayed on the final plat; and
d. The locations of all existing structures shall be portrayed on the final plat; and
e. The land area of each lot shall be portrayed on the final plat; and
f. Evidence must be provided showing that all private wells meet the water quantity and quality
requirements necessary to serve the needs of the proposed subdivision; and
g. All water supplies, water lines, and water meters must be developed and extended to each lot proposed
in the development; and
h. All easements and covenants regarding OSS and water supply must be recorded and shown on the face of
the plat. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.110 Inspection and OSS final approval.
(1) An initial inspection by the health officerHealth Officer or designee shall be conducted to verify soil and site
conditions for the proposed design unless expressly waived by the health officerHealth Officer.
(2) The health officerHealth 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 in a manner prescribed by JCPH. 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. 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 installa tion.
(b)b. For pumped, pressurized, or proprietary systems:
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(i) The designer shall be responsible for all inspections during the construction of the OSS.
(ii) Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) inspection and approval is required for all
electrical components associated with an OSS. Verification of L&I approval is required. If a L&I
inspection sticker is not present on the control panel, the designer shall obtain a copy of the
inspection report directly from L&I.
(iii) A record drawing, construction report, and certification of system installation shall be submitted to
JCPH prior to requesting a final inspection with JCPH.
(iiiv) After completion of the system, when the system is fully functional theThe designer shall contact
the health officerJCPH and schedule a final inspection and pressure test after all hold conditions of the
permit are satisfied and the construction report and record drawing has been submitted.or designee to
schedule a joint inspection of the OSS.
(c)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)d. No part of any on-site sewage systemOSS installation shall be put into use until final approval has been
obtained from the health officerHealth Officer or designee.
(6) Partial installation may be allowed and shall be subject to all of the following requirements and limitations:
(a)a. Installation shall take place prior to the expiration date of the permit; and
(b)b. The health officerHealth Officer or designee shall be notified of the intent to install the system as
described in this section; and
(c)c. At a minimum the treatment and disposal components shall be installed; and
(d)d. The system shall be vested only for the portions that are installed; and
(e)e. The system shall be subject to review at the time of building permit for a structure to use the system
under Chapter JCC 8.15.060(32) JCC; and
(f)f. A progress 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)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 systemOSSs by the health officerHealth Officer can be made only after:
(a)a. Satisfactory inspection of the installed system;
(b)b. Receipt by JCPH of the record drawings and construction reportof the final construction with the
operational settings and installation data report; and
(c)c. Receipt of the homeowner operations and monitoring manual; and
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(d)d. Compliance with installation all conditions of the permit.
(8) If installation or workmanship of the on-site sewage systemOSS does not meet the requirements of this code or
conditions of the permit, the health officerHealth Officer or designee shall order corrections that may result in
additional inspections.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)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 a septic designer or engineer of the system
on forms provided or approved by JCPH.
(b)b. The record drawing shall include:
(i) Location of all sewage system components;
(ii) Building(s) footprint, use(s), and existence of plumbing;
(iii) Surface waters, springs, wells;
(iv) Ditches, curtain drains, foundation drains, stormwater components, etc.;
(v) Designer’s stamp, original signature, and date of installation;
(vi) A dimensioned reserve area;
(vii) North direction indicated;
(viii) Driveway(s);
(ix) Water line(s);
(x) Location of utility and/or other easements;
(xi) Cuts, banks, terraces;
(xii) Parcel and lot lines;
(xiii) For repaired or altered OSS, the new, repaired or altered components with their relationship to t he
existing system;
(xiv) Other pertinent information as required by JCPH.
(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);
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(x) D-box(s);
(xi) Drainfield lines or bed and fill area(s) when applicable;
(xii) Other treatment components – sand filter, proprietary device, disinfection unit;
(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;
(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) Building certificate of occupancy issuance. Prior to issuance of the building certificate of occupancy, the OSS
serving the building must first receive final approval from the Health Officer. A septic system that has previously
received final approval may require an inspection if it is not current with its O&M requirement as prescribed in
Table 2 of this chapter. The inspection shall be from a certified O&M Specialist, Technician, or licensed designer
confirming the condition and settings of the septic system are consistent with the record drawing and construction
report on file. A preoccupancy 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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XXOrd. X-XX]
8.15.119 Certificate – Authorization required.
All persons whom perform work such as construction, repair, replacement, adjustment, modification,
improvement, or decommissioning of an OSS shall be required to possess the proper certification or authorization
as prescribed in Chapter 8.15.120, 8.15.130, 8.15.140, 8.15.145, and 8.15.150 JCC.
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8.15.120 Sewage system installerPumper.
(1) Certificate Required. A Sewage Pumpers certificate grants authority to a person, firm, or corporation to
engage in cleaning any septic tank, pump chamber, chemical toilet, or removing other accumulations of
sewage. The individual holding the Sewage Pumper certificate for a firm or corporation shall be the Pumper of
Record. 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 Sewage Pumper’s certificate from the Health Officer.
(2) A Sewage Pumper’s certificate shall not be transferable.
(3) Application for certificate.
a. General requirements:
(i) Application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH
(ii) Bond Required. The applicant must post a bond with JCPH on 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 $XXXX.
(iii) Satisfactory pump tank inspection.
b. Pump tank requirements. Pumping equipment shall be presented to JCPH for inspection at the time of
certificate application or upon request of the Health Officer.
(i) The pump tank must be of at least 1,000 gallons in capacity and must be in good repair and of
cleanable construction.
(ii) All hoses and pumping equipment shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition while stored or in
transit.
(iii) All discharge valves shall be in good repair, free from leaks, and be fitted with watertight caps.
(iv) The name of the pumping company shall be prominently displayed on the sides of the vehicle.
(4) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for cert ificate renewal. All certificate renewal
applications, along with the required bond, proof of continuing education, and renewal fee shall be submitted
to the Health Officer by March 1st.
a. Each Pumper of Record shall obtain a minimum of eight education conta ct hours of approved classroom
training every two years. Courses must be approved by the Health Officer or designee and pertain to on-
site sewage treatment and disposal. Proof of training shall be submitted annually with application for
renewal.
b. Certificates shall not be renewed if the applicant is found to be out of compliance or in violation of the
provisions of this chapter.
c. If a sewage pumper’s certification lapses or becomes void for greater than 30 days, the individual may not
renew their certificate. The individual shall comply with all requirements of this section in the same
manner as a new applicant.
(5) Scope of practice. A certified pumper may perform work as defined in Table 1 of this chapter.
(6) Reporting Requirements.
a. The Sewage Pumper shall report failure of an OSS to JCPH within 24 hours of first identifying the failure.
b. Each pumper shall submit a pumping report to JCPH in an approved format within 30 days of service. The
report shall contain:
(i) The dates, sources, disposal site, disposal receipts, and volume sewage handled; and
(ii) Each pumper shall list portable toilet locations, the frequency of service, and the disposal location in
a monthly report.
c. Each pumper shall complete a tank pumping report at each site where a holding tank, se ptic tank or pump
chamber is serviced. Tank pumping reports shall be submitted in the format and manner prescribed by
JCPH. Said report shall include at a minimum the following information:
(i) Measured depth of scum and sludge in the septic tank and pump chamber, if present; and
(ii) Condition of tank(s), baffles, risers, screens; and
(iii) Signs of backflow from Drainfield; and
Commented [CE6]: 8.15.120, 130, and 140 (certified
professional sections)
-We need guidance on what our bond requirements
should be.
-Why can’t these people work under a general
contractor’s bond?
-How much should our insurance amounts be?
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(iv) Signs of ground water infiltration into tank(s); and
(v) All maintenance completed at time of pumping service.
d. By submitting these reports, the pumper affirms that they have performed inspection of the items under
this section and accurately reported the results.
(7) Septage Disposal Site Approval. It shall be unlawful to dispose of sewage at any location other than disposal
sites designated and approved by the Washington State Department of Ecology.
(8) Temporary storage of septage. If a pumper uses a tanker(s), other than pump truck(s), to temporarily store
sewage for transport, the pumper shall develop and maintain a spill response procedure manual, submit a site
plan of the property, provide a document of approval from the property owner, and meet any approval
requirements from the Department of Community Development. Transport tankers shall meet the
requirements for pump tanks contained in Chapter 8.15.120(3)(b) JCC. A stationary tank, not licensed to travel
on the road, shall require a permit that meets all requirements of Chapter 246-272A WAC and Washington
State standards and guidance.
(9) 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.
(10) JCPH reserves the right to observe, audit, or inspect the OSS and related activities of certificate holders.
(11) Suspension/revocation. A septic tank pumper’s certificate may be revoked or suspended as set forth in
Chapter 8.15.180 JCC if they have been found to be in noncompliance with the terms of this chapter or has
performed with negligence, incompetence, or misrepresentation.
(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 of 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 Cha pter
246-272A WAC 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 1st. 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.
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(6) An installer’s certificate grants authority to install any on-site sewage system approved for use 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 def ined in JCC 8.15.050, shall be present on the site
during all phases of system installation.
(8) Maintenance items, including those listed in JCC 8.15.140(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 system in any one 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.
(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:
(a) Has horizontal or vertical separations less than required in Chapter 246-272A WAC;
(b) Receives commercial or industrial wastewater as defined in Chapter 246-272A WAC;
(c) Is permitted as a nonconforming repair;
(d) Has a reduced drainfield size of 50 percent or less;
(e) Is within 200 feet of surface water, as measured from the ordinary high water mark;
(f) Is within 200 feet of a Category I or II wetland;
(g) Is in a 100-year floodplain, as defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency;
(h) Is in a special aquifer recharge protection area as defined in JCC 18.22.100 or as amended;
(i) Is in a marine recovery area;
(j) 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 Chapter 246-272A WAC. The certified installer shall inform the health officer of the site installer’s name(s) and
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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 36
months following termination of the certificate. Applicant shall provide proof of business liability insurance in the
minimum amount of $500,000 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 writ ten 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 hours of approved classroom training
every two 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 installer’s 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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.130 Septic tank pumpersO&M Specialist and Technician.
(1) Certificate Required. An O&M Specialist and O&M Technician certificate grant authority to inspect, report
inspection findings, and perform specified maintenance and minor repair activities to OSS as defined in this
section. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in any O&M inspection without first
having been issued an O&M Specialist or O&M Technician certificate by the Health Officer, except as identified
in Chapter 8.15.150(6) JCC.
(2) An O&M Specialist and O&M Technician certificate shall not be transferable.
(3) Application for certificate.
a. Requirements for O&M Specialist certificate shall inc lude the following:
(i) Application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH.
(ii) Bond Required. The applicant must be in possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the
special or general contractors laws of the state of Washington
(iii) Provide proof of business liability insurance in the minimum amount of $XXX,XXX.
(iv) Written proof showing a minimum of one year of experience under the direct supervision of a
certified O&M Specialist, certified Installer, licensed Designer or other experience as approved by the
Health Officer. Completion of classroom training specific to OSS operation and maintenance as
approved by JCPH may be substituted for up to six months of work experience.
(v) Written proof of completion of a minimum of 16 education contact hours. Courses must be approved
by the Health Officer or designee and pertaining to on-site sewage treatment and disposal.
(vi) Pass a written examination to verify the applicant’s knowledge of the operation and monitoring
requirements, both herein and in Chapter 246-272A WAC or as amended, for OSS, excepting those
proprietary devices requiring a special authorization from the system proprietor.
b. Requirements for O&M Technician certificate shall include the following:
(i) Application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH.
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(ii) The applicant must be in possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the special or general
contractors laws of the state of Washington.
(iii) Provide proof of business liability insurance in the minimum amount of $XXX,XXX.
(iv) Written proof showing a minimum of 6 months experience under the direct supervision of a certified
O&M Specialist, certified Installer, licensed Designer, or other experience as approved by the Health
Officer. Completion of classroom training specific to OSS operation and maintenance as approved by
JCPH may be substituted for up to three months work experience.
(v) Written proof of completion of a minimum of 16 education contact hours. Courses must be approved
by the Health Officer or designee and pertaining to on-site sewage treatment and disposal.
(vi) Pass a written examination to verify the applicant’s knowledge of the operation and monitoring
requirements, both herein and in Chapter 246-272A WAC or as amended, for OSS, excepting those
proprietary devices requiring a special authorization from the system proprietor.
(4) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate renewal
applications, along with the required bond, proof of insurance, renewal fee, and verification of continuing
education, shall be submitted to the Health Officer by March 1st.
a. Continuing Education. Each O&M Specialist and O&M Technician shall obtain a minimum of eight
education contact hours of approved classroom training every two years. Courses must be approved by
the Health Officer. Proof of training shall be submitted annually with application for renewal.
b. The certificate shall not be renewed if the applicant is found by the Health Officer to be out of compliance
or in violation of any provision in this chapter.
c. If an O&M Specialist or O&M Technician’s certification lapses or becomes void for greater than 30 days,
the individual may not renew their certificate. The individual shall comply with all requirements of this
section in the same manner as a new applicant.
(5) Scope of practice.
a. The O&M Specialist may perform work as defined in Table 1 of this chapter on all on -site septic types.
b. The O&M Technician may perform work as defined in Table 1 of this chapter only if the on -site septic
system type is a gravity or pump to gravity system. When under the direct supervision of an O&M
Specialist, the O&M Technician may perform work on all on-site septic types.
c. For proprietary products that require monitoring and maintenance by an authorized person, an O&M
Specialist shall not monitor or maintain these products unless they have obtained written authorization
from the manufacturer or patent holder.
(6) Reporting Requirements.
a. The O&M Specialist or O&M Technician shall report failure of an OSS to JCPH within 24 hours of first
identifying the failure.
b. The O&M Specialist or O&M Technician shall submit inspection reports to JCPH in an approved format
within 30 days following the inspection.
c. By submitting the report, the O&M Specialist or O&M Technician affirm that they have performed and
accurately reported current system conditions.
d. 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. An updated site plan shall be submitted by the O&M Specialist or O&M Technician when the certified
professional identifies new sources of wastewater, site conditions have changed that may alter the
functionality of the OSS, or as requested by the Health Officer.
f. Maintenance items and activities completed, including those listed in Table 1 of this chapter, shall be
reported on an inspection report to JCPH in an approved format within 30 days of completion.
(7) 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.
(8) JCPH reserves the right to observe, audit, or inspect the OSS and related activities of certificate holders.
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(9) Suspension/revocation. An O&M Specialist or O&M Technician certificate may be revoked or suspended as set
forth in Chapter 8.15.180 JCC if they have been found to be in noncompliance with the terms of this chapter or
has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation.
(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 1st. 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 tank(s) 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:
(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).
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(c) By submitting these reports, the pumper affirms that they have performed inspection of the items under
subsection (7)(b) of this section 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 an d 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 $2,000.
(10) Continuing Education. Each pumper shall obtain a minimum of six hours of approved classroom training every
two 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 JCC
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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.140 Operation and monitoring specialistOSS Installer.
(1) Certificate Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in construction,
alteration, repair, modification, or decommissioning of OSS without first having been issued a sewage system
Installer’s certificate by the Health Officer.
(2) An installer’s certificate grants authority to install and decommission any OSS approved for use 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.
(3) A certified installer, or site installer as defined in this chapter, shall be present on the site during all phases of
system installation.
(4) An installer’s certificate shall not be transferable.
(5) Application for certificate.
a. Requirements for sewage system Installer certificate shall include the following:
(i) Application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH.
(ii) Bond Required. The applicant must be in possession or work under direction of an individual in
possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the special or general contractors laws of the state
of Washington running to JCPH on a form approved by JCPH in the sum of $XX,XXX 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 their agents, in performing work governed by these
rules and regulations, shall exercise all reasonable care and ski ll 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 36 months following termination of the certificate.
(iii) Insurance Required. The applicant must be in possession or work under direction of an individual in
possession of business liability insurance in the minimum amount of $XXX,XXX in accordance with the
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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.
(iv) Written proof showing a minimum of one year of experience under the direct supervision of a
certified installer or designer. Written proof shall include a description of the system types, number
of OSS installed, and the type of work performed. Completion of classroom training specific to OSS
installation as approved by JCPH may be substituted for up to six months of work experience.
(v) Written proof of completion of a minimum of 16 education contact hours. Courses must be related to
design or installation and approved by the Health Officer or designee.
(vi) Pass a written examination approved by the Health Officer or designee to verify the applicant’s
knowledge of the proper installation and function of sewage systems and knowledge of the
provisions of this chapter and Chapter 246-272A WAC as amended.
(6) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate renewal
applications, along with the required bond, proof of insurance, renewal fee, and verification of continuing
education, shall be submitted to the Health Officer by March 1st.
a. Continuing Education. Each installer shall obtain a minimum of eight education contact hours of approved
classroom training every two years. Proof of training shall be submitted annually with application for
certificate renewal. Courses must be approved by the Health Officer or designee.
b. 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.
c. If an installer’s certification lapses or becomes void for greater than 30 days, the individual may not renew
their certificate. The individual shall comply with all requirements of this section in the same manner as a
new applicant.
(7) Maintenance and minor repair items, including those listed in Table 1 of this chapter and Chapter 246-272A
WAC, shall be reported on an inspection report to JCPH in an approved format.
(8) Exception. An installer’s certificate is not required for a resident owner installation under the fol lowing
circumstances:
a. The resident owner does not contract out or use any other person, paid or unpaid, to do the work, unless
that person is certified by JCPH.
b. The resident owner installs the disposal and non-proprietary treatment components unless otherwise
approved by the Health Officer
c. The resident owner installs no more than one system in a calendar year.
(9) A resident 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:
a. Has horizontal or vertical separations less than required in Chapter 246-272A WAC;
b. Receives commercial wastewater as defined in Chapter 246-272A WAC;
c. Is permitted as a nonconforming repair;
d. Is within 200 feet of surface water, as measured from the ordinary high-water mark;
e. Is within a wetland buffer and any applicable setbacks;
f. Is in a 100-year floodplain, as defined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency;
g. Has a proprietary treatment product.
(10) Access risers and monitoring ports shall be secured against tampering and accidental access prior to leaving a
site.
(11) JCPH reserves the right to observe, audit, or inspect the OSS and related activities of certificate holders.
(12) Suspension/revocation. A sewage system installer’s certificate may be revoked or suspended as set forth in
Chapter 8.15.180 JCC if they have been found to be in noncompliance with provisions of this chapter or has
performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation.
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(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 JCC 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 of 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 of work experience.
(d) Written proof of completion of a minimum of 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 Chapter 246-272A WAC or as amended, for the 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 percent 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 Industries requirements,
(v) Make repairs to a septic tank or pump chamber to correct a condition of ground water intrusion or
leakage,
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(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 subsection (4)(b) of this
section, 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 subsection (4)(b)(vi) of this section 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
subsection (4)(b)(iii) of this section.
(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 30 days following the inspection.
(a) The reports shall be submitted in the format and manner prescribed by JCPH.
(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 affirm that they have performed 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 subsection (4)(b) of this section, shall be reported
on an inspection report to JCPH in an approved format within 30 days of completion.
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(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 hours of
approved classroom training pertaining to on-site sewage treatment and disposal every two 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 $500,000.
(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 1st.
(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 1st of any particular year, the certificate issu ed 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, inclu ding
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 revok ed or suspended as
set forth in JCC 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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
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 2 in JCC 8.15.150 after receiving a homeowner
inspection authorization from the health officerHealth Officer.
(a)a. Authorization allows the authorization holderhomeowner to inspect an eligible on-site sewage
systemOSS serving the single-family residence, duplex or other structure appurtenant to the single-family
residencea residential structure on property that he/shethey owns. See subsection (3) of this section for
exceptions.
(b)b. Authorization for properties that include a commercial activity, including those categorized as a “home
business” under JCC Title 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 officerHealth Officer.
(c) At the time of authorization, a homeowner must register for each OSS where they will be conducting an
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.
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(d) A homeowner inspection authorization is issued to a specific individual and a specific OSS and shall not be
transferable to other persons or property.
(e) A homeowner inspection authorization is valid for the period of ownership of the specific on-site sewage
system(s) listed in the initial property/system registration. Reauthorization is required for a new property or
new on-site sewage systemOSS on the property.;
(2) Requirements for a homeowner inspection authorization shall include all of the following:
(a)a. Homeowner inspection acknowledgement 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)b. Submit d 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)c. Take and pass an examination approvedfrom a by JCPH approved agency within the past year to verify
the applicant’s knowledge of the OSS operations and monitoring. for their system;
(3) An immediate family member may apply to perform the monitoring inspection and submit the report for an
eligible OSS owned by an individual who cannot perform the inspection on their own.infirm elderly, disabled
parent or disabled immediate family member.
(a)a. The OSS owner must sign the formapplication and acknowledgment that they are responsible for the
inspection.
(b)b. The OSS owner and the individual who performs the inspection must complete the approved training.
(c) The person proposing to perform the monitoring inspection must meet all requirements identified in
subsection (2) of this section and document on the report that they completed the inspection.
(d) The requirements of subsections (3)(a) and (b) of this section 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 a nonfamily 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)a. Repair an OSS of which they are not a resident owner;
(b)b. Inspect or 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 inspectorinspection authorization holder shall report failure of an on-site sewage systemOSS
to JCPH within 24 hours of first identifying the failure.;
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(6) Monitoring inspection reports shall be submitted by the homeowner inspectorauthorization holder to JCPH or
other authorized agency within 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;
(9) For each monitoring inspection report submitted the homeowner will affirm that they have reviewed the
approved course materials and the field inspection guide.
(108) JCPH reserves the right to observe, audit, or inspect the on-site sewage systemOSS and related activities of
homeowners authorized to complete inspections under this section.
(119) Suspension/Revocation. A homeowner inspection authorization may be suspended or revoked as set forth in
Chapter JCC 8.15.180 JCC if he/shethey have has been found to be in noncompliance with the terms of this
chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation.
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Table 1. Scope of Work WHO CAN PERFORM THE WORK
ITEM/ ACTIVITY Pumper O&M Technician O&M Specialist Installer Resident
owner
Measuring levels of
sludge, scum and liquid in
system components
yes yes yes yes yes
Clean screens yes yes yes yes yes
Visual evaluation of
system components
yes yes yes yes yes
Inspect and report the
condition of system
components, monitoring
ports and the surface
above the
drainfield/disposal area
yes yes yes yes yes1
Record information such
as: cycle/dose counter,
operating hour meters, or
water meters.
yes yes yes yes yes1
Expose portions of OSS for
updated site plan
no yes yes yes yes
Hydro jetting yes yes yes yes no
Excavate for jetting yes yes yes yes yes
Pump any tank/ pump
chamber
yes no no no no
Repair or replace UV light
units
no no yes yes no
Repair or replace
components of a
proprietary treatment
unit
no no yes2 yes2 no
Decommissioning no no no yes no
Repair or replace tightline
or cleanouts
no yes yes yes yes
Repair or replace access
or inspection ports
no yes yes yes yes3
Excavate to install sweeps
or end caps
no no yes yes no
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1 If authorized homeowner inspector.
2 If authorized by proprietary product manufacturer.
3 Resident owners may not perform work non-proprietary product portions of the OSS.
4 Unless approved by Washington State Labor and Industries requirements.
5 Requires JCPH approval prior to altering.
6Unless otherwise approved by JCPH.
[Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.150 Operation, maintenance and monitoring.
(1) Responsibility of Owner(s). The owner of every res idence, 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 associat ed with improperly treated
sewage. Owners’ duties are included, without limitation, in the following list:
(a)a. They shall comply with the conditions stated on the on-site sewage permit.
Install and repair septic
tank lids, risers and
baffles
yes yes yes yes yes
Install and repair
distribution box risers
yes yes yes yes yes
Install or adjust flow
distribution devices in a
distribution box
no yes yes yes no
Replacing/ Repairing
existing D-Box
no yes yes yes no
Replace or repair
manifolds with same
configuration
no no yes yes no
Replace or repair
manifolds with different
configuration
no no yes5 yes5 no
Adjust flow in a manifold no no yes yes no
Replace pumps with same
specifications as existing
pump
no yes yes yes no
Replace floats no yes yes yes no
Test high-level alarm no6 yes yes yes yes1
Replace electrical panels no no no no4 no
Alter cycle/dose counters
or operating hour meters
no no yes5 yes no
Collect samples for waste-
strength sampling
no6 no6 yes no6 no
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(b)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 the volume of the tank. The pump and/or siphon chamber(s) shall be
pumped when solids are observed.
(c)c. They shall not use water in quantities that exceed the OSS’s designed capacity for treatment and
disposal.
(d)d. They shall not deposit solid, hazardous waste, or chemicals other than common household cleaners in
the OSS.
(e)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)f. They shall not build any structure in the OSS area or reserve area without express, prior consent of the
health officerHealth Officer.
(g)g. They shall neither place nor remove fill over the OSS or reserve area without express, prior consent of
the health officerHealth Officer.
(h)h. They shall not pave or place other impervious cover over the OSS or reserve area.
(i)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 this section, and JCPH Policy 04-01 as adopted by the
board of health as amended or replaced.
(k)j. 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.
(l)k. They shall ensure that all monitoring and maintenance is performed by an auth orized person and
reported to JCPH in the prescribed time frame and approved format.
(m)l. They should not dispose of excess food waste via a garbage disposal.
(n)m. They should not drive, park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve area.
(o)n. They should not allow livestock access to the OSS area or reserve area.
(p)o. They shall comply with WAC 246-272A-270.
(q)p. 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 2 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
subsection (1) of this section shall be a basis for a notice of violation and for the health officerHealth Officer to
decline to issue approval for further development on the parcel.
(3) Where a proprietary product is included as a part of the on-site 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
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manufacturer and certified by JCPH. This notice shall be recorded prior to final approval of the system on forms
approved by JCPH.
(43) The health officerHealth 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 availab le to the public by JCPH.
(54) The health officerHealth 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.
(65) Certificate or Authorization Required for Monitoring and MaintenanceO&M.
(a)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 certification operations and monitoring specialist certification from JCPH; or
(ii) A valid license from the Washington Department of Licensing to design on-site sewage systemOSSs
pursuant to Chapter 18.120 210 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.
(76) On-Site Sewage SystemOSS Inspection Requirements.
(a)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 officerHealth Officer.
(b)b. On-site sewage systemsOSS in Jefferson County shall be inspected at the identified frequency by an
approved monitoring entity that meets the standards in JCC 8.15.140 or 8.15.145 when and where applicable.
See Table 21 or Chapter 8.15.145 JCC when and where applicable.
(c)c. Annual monitoring inspection by a certified O&M specialist, technician, or licensed designer is required
for an OSS that:
(i) Receives wastewater of greater than residential strength.
(ii) Receives wastewater from a food-service establishment.
(iii) Has a pump or siphon.
(iviii) 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.
(v) Receives wastewater from properties used as a transient residence.
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d. For all OSS identified by the Health Officer as requiring to conduct annual waste-strength sampling;
samples shall be collected by the certified professional.
(d)e. Inspection by a certified O&M sSpecialist, Technician, licensed designer, or JCPH is required:
(i) For community on-site sewage systemsOSS.
(ii) For on-site sewage systemsOSS 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 title, 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
subsection (76)(a) of this section. The monitoring inspection report shall be on file with JCPH prior to the
sale or transfer.
(iv) At the time of application for a building permit that: includes a new connection to an OSS, is an
expansion as defined by Chapter 246-272A WAC, includes addition of plumbing fixtures, or may result in
encroachment on OSS components including the reserves area. on the property per JCPH Policy 04-01 as
adopted or amended.
(v) At the time a structure such as but not limited to a RV, yurt, tiny house, cabin, or other unit that
generates sewage is replaced with a new structure.
(vi) At the time of application for other land use or governmental actions including but not limited to:
(A)1. Land divisions where an existing OSS is part of the proposal,
(B)2. Conditional use permit,
(C)3. Boundary line adjustment where an existing OSS is part of the proposal.
(e)f. Where there are no county records regarding the type, size, location and oth er applicable information on
a septic system, a site plan identifying the tank location and other components must be completed by a
certified O&M sSpecialist, Technician, or licensed designer and submitted to JCPH prior to any inspection by a
homeowner holding an inspection authorization.
(f)g. Fees for inspections and monitoring or maintenance contracts shall be set by the service provider.
(g)h. The health officerHealth Officer may require more frequent inspections for systems where a problem
has been identified.
(h)i. 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. 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.
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(97) Operation and MonitoringO&M Aaccess Rrequirements. The owner of the system shall provide access to the
system for inspection and maintenance/monitoring as follows:
(a) The owner of the system shall provide access to the system for inspection and maintenance/monitoring as
follows:
(i)a. Septic Tank. Septic tanks shall be fitted with watertight pumping access risers to the ground surface
over both compartments and over the inlet, outlet, and center baffle, if applicable., except as set forth in
JCC 8.15.090(10).. The risers shall have a means to lock or secure the lid against tampering and accidental
access.
(ii)b. 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)c. 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.
(108) 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 available for viewing on the reporting website and applicable
fees paid for an inspection to be considered valid.
Table 12: Minimum Monitoring Inspection Frequency of O&M Inspection Requirementsby System Type and Who Is Eligible to Complete the
Inspection
Time
Conventional Gravity – No Pump
Conventional w/Pump, Pressure Distribution,
Mound, Sandfilter, Other Public Domain
Technology
Aerobic Treatment
Unit (ATU), Proprietary
Device, Drip Irrigation
Frequency of Inspection – Every 3 Years Frequency of Inspection – Every Year
Frequency of
Inspection – Every
Year
OSS1 Not Within Risk
Category2
OSS1 Is Within Risk
Category2
OSS1 Not Within Risk
Category2
OSS1 Is Within Risk
Category2 All Sites
Year 1 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 2 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 3 HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 4 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 5 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 6 HO or OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 7 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 8 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Commented [CE8]: We discussed increasing the
professional insp. Requirements for pump systems to every
third inspection. Yes? no?
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Time
Conventional Gravity – No Pump
Conventional w/Pump, Pressure Distribution,
Mound, Sandfilter, Other Public Domain
Technology
Aerobic Treatment
Unit (ATU), Proprietary
Device, Drip Irrigation
Frequency of Inspection – Every 3 Years Frequency of Inspection – Every Year
Frequency of
Inspection – Every
Year
OSS1 Not Within Risk
Category2
OSS1 Is Within Risk
Category2
OSS1 Not Within Risk
Category2
OSS1 Is Within Risk
Category2 All Sites
Year 9 OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 10 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 11 N/A N/A HO or OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Year 12 HO or OMS or DES OMS or DES OMS or DES HO or OMS or DES 3OMS or DES
Above schedule repeats for the life of the OSS
HO = Homeowner with inspection authorization
OMS = Operation and monitoring sSpecialist/Technician
DES = Licensed on-site sewage systemOSS designer or professional engineer
1 OSS – includes all components of an on-site sewage systemOSS 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 feet 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.
3 OMS or DES = Professionals inspecting ATUs and proprietary devices must have authorization by the manufacturer to monitor and maintain
these treatment units.
[Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.165 Waiver of state or local regulations.
(1) Applicability. Any person who proposes, owns, or operates an OSS may apply to the health officerHealth Officer
for a waiver from any paragraph portion of these regulations.
(2) Granting Requirements.
(a)a. The health officerHealth 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 officerHealth 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 pro tection, at
least equal to that established by these rules, is provided.
(b)b. The health officerHealth 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
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(ii) The timetable is for a period that is needed to comply with this regulation.
(c)c. The health officerHealth 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 WAC without department of health approval.
(3) Application.
(a)a. The application shall be made on forms provided by JCPH and accompanied by all information required
by the health officerHealth Officer or designee.
(b)b. The health officerHealth Officer may request additional information if required to make a decision.
(c)c. An application for a waiver, or for the renewal thereof, submitted to the health officerHealth Officer shall
be approved or disapproved by the health officerHealth Officer within 90 calendar days of receipt unless the
applicant and the health officerHealth Officer agree to a continuance.
(4) A waiver approval shall remain valid for the period of the permit and under the conditions for which it was
approved unless extended by the Health Officer. A waiver approval may be required to be revised if the
Health Officer determines that a potential threat to public health may result without revision.
(4) Renewal. The health officer may renew any waiver granted pursuant to this section 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 60 calendar days prior to the expiration of the
variance. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.170 Appeal – Hearing.
(1) Appeal of Public Health Action – Health Officer Administrative Hearing. Any person aggrieved by any inspection
or permit issuance conducted by public health under this regulation may request, in writing, a hearing before the
health officerHealth Officer or his or her designee. The appellant shall submit 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
officerHealth Officer within 10 business days of the action appealed; except in the case of a suspension, the
request for a hearing must be made within five business days. Upon receipt of such request together with hearing
fees, the health officerHealth 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 business days nor more than 30 business days from
the date the request was received. The health officerHealth Officer will issue a decision upholding or reversing
public health’s action. The health officerHealth Officer may require additional actions as part of the decision.
(2) Appeal of Administrative Hearing.
(a)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 officerHealth Officer within five 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 officerHealth Officer. The appellant and the health officerHealth Officer may submit
additional information to the board of health for review.
(b)b. Upon receipt of a timely written notice of appeal together with the hearing fee, the health officerHealth
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
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business days or more than 30 business days from the date the appeal was received by the health
officerHealth Officer.
(c)c. 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 30 business days of the date of the
decision.
(3) The following guidelines apply to all hearings and appeals conducted by the bo ard of health pursuant to this
section:
(a)a. Appeals shall be made in writing and shall be signed and dated by the petitioning party.
(b)b. Appeals shall include a brief and concise statement of the law and facts, which affirmatively establish
that the health officerHealth Officer has committed an error.
(c)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 officerHealth Officer’s action, including, but not
limited to, applications, reports, soil logs, photographs, staff analysis and recommendations.
(d)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 officerHealth Officer within 35 days. The petitioner
shall be given five 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 t he
purpose, time, date, and place of said hearing shall likewise be mailed by certified mail to the permit applicant
or permit holder.
(e)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 officerHealth
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)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 officerHealth 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 officerHealth 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.
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(g)g. Should the board of health require additional testimony, it may continue the public hearing to a date and
time not to exceed 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 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 35 days following the close of the public hearing.
(h)h. Relevant evidence is admissible, if in the opinion of the board of health it is the best eviden ce reasonably
obtainable having due regard for its necessity, availability and trustworthiness; provided, that in passing upon
the 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)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)j. All decisions shall become a part of the record and shall include a statement of f indings and conclusions.
(k)k. Notice of the decision of the board of health shall be provided not later than 10 days following the date
of its decision.
(l)l. The petitioning party, permit applicant, permit holder, or designated agent, and JCPH shall be n otified of
the decision of the board of health, together with the findings and conclusions. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord.
6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.180 Enforcement – Penalty.
(1) The enforcement provisions codified in Title 19 JCC, Code Compliance, as currently enacted or as later
amended, shall apply to any alleged violation of this chapter, unless specifically amended or authorized below.
(2) Other Laws, Regulations and Agency Requirements.
(a)a. All OSS management shall be subject to the authority of other la ws, 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)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.
(3) Enforcement Authority. The health officerHealth Officer, his or her designee, or any person appointed as an
“enforcement officer”, pursuant to JCC 8.01.070, by the Jefferson County board of health shall have the authority
to enforce the provisions of these regulations equally on all persons. The health officerHealth 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.
(4) Violations, Remedies and Penalties.
(a)a. The enforcement provisions codified in Title 19 JCC, Code Compliance, as currently enacted or as later
amended, shall apply to any alleged violation of this chapter, unless specifically amended or authorized
below.
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(b)b. 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
officerHealth Officer may issue a notice to vacate.
(i) Content. A notice to vacate shall include the following:
(A)1. The name and address for the person responsible for the alleged violation;
(B)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;
(C)3. A description of the violation constituting an emergency and reference to the provisions of the
Jefferson County board of health regulations which have been allegedly violated;
(D)4. A date, as determined by the severity of the emergency, by which any persons must vacate the
premises. In case of extreme danger to persons or property immediate compliance shall be required;
(E)5. The required corrective action;
(F)6. A statement that the person to whom the notice to vacate is directed can a ppeal the order to
the health officerHealth Officer in accordance with JCC 8.15.170 and that any such appeal must be
presented to the health officerHealth Officer within 10 days.
(ii) Service of Notice. The health officerHealth 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 a five -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 stated 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 Chapter 8.15 JCC 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.
(5) Administrative – Certificate or Authorization Holders.
a. All Certificate or Authorization Holders are subject to established JCPH audit requirements.
Formatted: No underline
Commented [CE9]: 8.15.180(5) Enforcement – Penalty
- Pinky is uncertain if enforcement actions taken on certified
professionals belongs in 8.15 or Title 19?
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(a)b. Suspension of Certificate or Authorization.
(i) After a hearing, Tthe health officerHealth Officer may suspend any certificate of any professional or
authorization upon making the determination, after a hearing between the health officer and the
certificate or authorization holder, that the holder has not performed within the terms of their
certification as defined in this chapter.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 officerHealth Officer shall give written notice of the hearing to any person aggrieved who
has filed a written complaint with the health officerHealth Officer and the affected certificate holder(s ).
(iii) For the first confirmed violation under this subsection by certificate holders, the suspension period
shall not exceed 30 days; and the second violation in any three-year period shall result in a suspension of
the certificate for a period not less than 15 days and not to exceed 180 days.
(iv) For inspections completed by authorized homeowner inspectors, falsely or inaccurately completed
inspections will not be accepted and may result in suspension of authorization. Reinspection may be
required by a certified O&M Specialist. Next required inspection must be completed by certified O&M
Specialist.For the first confirmed violation under this subsection by homeowner inspectors, the
suspension period shall not extend beyond the next required inspection.
(v) If the health officerHealth 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)c. 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 systemOSS, or should the bond or insurance required herein be
canceled.
(ii) The health officerHealth Officer shall give written notice of the hearing to any person aggrieved who
has filed a written complaint with the health officerHealth Officer and the affected certificate holder(s).
(iii) The third notice of violation issued by JCPH staff within any 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.
(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.
Commented [CE10]: Is this the right term to use here?
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(vi) If, after revocation of a certificate, the applicant desires to reapply for a certificate, the applicant
must wait six 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)d. Reinstatement of Suspended or Revoked Certificate or Authorization.
(i) The certificate or authorization holder shall make written application for reinst atement to the
environmental health director specifying what practices, performance, 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)e. 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 officerHealth Officer and shall be determined after an administrative
hearing with the certificate holder.
(e)f. Appeal. Any person feeling aggrieved because of the suspension or denial of a certificate by the health
officerHealth Officer may, within 15 days of the suspension or denial, appeal to the board of health as set
forth in JCC 8.15.170. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
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. [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
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 $45.00as defined in the fee schedule, shall be
granted upon written request of the applicant/owner, except as noted in subsection (2) of this section. Refunds
are given for the amount paid minus staff time expended at hourly rate.
(4) All sewage system installer’s, septic tank pumper’s, and operation and monitoring specialist’s certificates are
renewable annually on March 1st. Should any renewal fee remain unpaid by March 31st, a penalty fee according to
the fee schedule shall be charged. Previously issued certificates shall become void if not renewed prior to April 1st.
(5) Fees generated under this authority cannot be used to support non-public-health activities. [Ord. 9-20 § 2
(Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
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8.15.210 Effective date.
This chapter shall be effective 10 days after approval is obtained from the department of healthDOH. as per WAC
246-272A-0015(10). [Ord. 9-20 § 2 (Appx. B); Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
8.15.220 Conflict.
Where other county regulations are in conflict with this chapter, the more restrictive regulation shall apply and
such application shall extend only to those specific provisions that are more restrictive. [Ord. 6-12Ord. X-XX]
1 Prior legislation: Ords. 1-69, 2-77, 1-80, 1-83, 1-87 and 4-90.
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2025 TOTAL
FEE Additional Fees and Other Information
455.70 Title 8
455.70 Title 8
318.15 Title 19
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
69.30 See Resolution #88-20
89.25 Plus the Auditors Office recording fee
459.90 Plus recording fee and fee for filing & removing Notice to Title
Conventional 780.15 Valid for 3 years
Alternative 1,137.15 Valid for 3 years
466.20
Issued in conjunction with an existing sewage disposal system
or community system
Conventional 985.95 Base Fee - Valid for 3 years
Alternative 1,260.00 Base Fee - Valid for 3 years
Each Connection 123.90 Add to base permit fee
Development and Annual Review Financial Assurance and System Operation Agreements 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
353.85
737.10
235.20 Applies to pending or active but not installed
86.10
295.05
184.80
Annual Renewal 68.25
Compliance Inspection 113.40
707.70 Plus Per lot fee
277.20 Plus Per lot fee
277.20
Per lot fee 123.90
For Subdivision Review, Boundary Line Adjustment and
Planned Rural Residential Development Review fees
118.65 Per hour; 1 hour minimum
177.45
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
Residential 177.45 Review after Building Permit issued, is same fee
Commercial 353.85 Review after Building Permit issued, is same fee
89.25 Review of resubmission before Building Permit is issued
236.25
118.65
324.45
531.30
737.10
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
527.10 Operation Monitoring & Maintenance (O, M & M)
409.50
527.10
13.65
316.05
444.15
745.50
With lounge, add 316.05 Separate lounge area
With catering, add 444.15
Annual Permit Issued after September 1 Based on Permit 50% of Annual Permit Fee
Initial Event/Additional Single Event 76.65 Same menu only
Annual (Art Walks, Open House)383.25
Recurring 115.50
Initial Application (First Event)169.05 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Recurring Event - per location 204.75 Not to exceed 3 days a week at a single location
Additional Event (Same Menu Only)97.65 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Initial Application (First Event)169.05 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Recurring Event - per location 274.05 Not to exceed 3 days a week at a single location
Additional Event (Same Menu Only)97.65 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Single Event 76.65
Multiple Events - per location 318.15
32.55
Based on Permit With JCPH Director approval
Based on Permit
Additional 50% (Paid when application is submitted less than 10
days prior to the event)
274.05
137.55 Per Hour; 2 hour minimum
172.20
If paying this fee AND for Minor Change of Floor Plan and/or
Equipment or for Change of Menu or Style of Service, may need to pay
for Food Service Plan Review
172.20
If paying this fee AND for New Owner/Change of Owner or for change
of menu or style of service, may need to pay for Food Service Plan
Review
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
172.20
If paying this fee AND for New Owner/Change of Owner or for Minor
Change of Floor Plan and/or Equipment, may need to pay for Food
Service Plan Review
137.55 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum - for review and/or approval
137.55 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
366.45
137.55 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
First Inspection 204.75
Reinspection
Change of Menu or Style of Service
Waiver/Variance
Reopening Fee
Manager's Course
Pre-opening inspection
New Establishment
Food Service Plan Review
New Owner/Change of Owner
Minor Change of Floor Plan and/or Equipment
Septic Review for Food Service
High Risk Food
Demonstration
Permit Exempt
25% Reduction based on indigency, public interest or public benefit
Late Fee for Temporary Permits
Medium Risk Food
Health Officer Administrative Hearing
Administrative Hearing Appeal
Hearing Examiner Appeal
Technical Assistance/Plan Review
Late Fee for Invoices
Expansion of an Existing Drainfield
Redesign
Minor Site Plan Change
Reinspection
Operating Permit
Individual OSS: New, Repair, Upgrade
New septic tank and/or pump chamber only
Community or Commercial OSS: New, Repair, Upgrade
Modification or Reserve Area Designation
Site Development Review with Soils
Site Development Review without Soils
Subdivision Review Base Fee
Boundary line adjustment or Lot Certification base review fee
Planned rural residential development review fee
Pre application meeting fee
Density exemption review fee
Field Work for Density Exemption Review
Building Application Review:
Revised Site Plan Review
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
GENERAL
All fees listed below, with the exception of the Food Handlers Permit (FHP), include a 5% technology fee.
JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
On Site Sewage - Building and Planning
ONSITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL
Sewage Disposal Permits
Recording Fee
Notice to Title Rescission for Non-Compliance
Other
Certifications
FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS
Annual Permit Fees (Based on menu Complexity & seating - menu changes may change category)
Temporary Permits Application Fees
Other Food Fees
Category 1
Category 2
Category 3
Installer, Pumper, O&M Specialist or Technician
Homeowner Authorization
Annual Certificate Renewal
Delinquent Renewal after February 28
Waiver/Variance Application
Waiver/Variance Hearing
Wet season evaluation
General environmental health review fee
Low Risk Foods (Limited to Specific Listed Foods)
1 of 2
2025 TOTAL
FEE Additional Fees and Other InformationENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
Each inspection after first 342.30
Issue Initial Card or Reissue of Unexpired Food Handler Card 10.00
3,770.55 For the first 30 hours, then assess the technical rate
2,844.45 For the first 24 hours, then assess the technical rate
1,338.75 For the first 11 hours, then assess the technical rate
1,320.90 For the first 11 hours, then assess the technical rate
639.45 For the first 5 hours, then assess the technical rate
2,844.45 For the first 24 hours, then assess the technical rate
966.00 For the first 5 hours, then assess the technical rate
948.15 For the first 8 hours, then assess the technical rate
775.95
589.05
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
474.60
Based on 4 hours; >4 hours billed hourly at Technical
Assistance/Plan Review rate
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
282.45 Inspection of well construction, decommission & alteration
177.45 Tech Assist and Document Review is billed at the hourly rate
235.20
561.75
405.30
517.65
354.90
517.65
294.00
516.60
145.95
221.55
88.20
117.60
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum - plus associated lab costs
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
235.20
*Technology fee is non-refundable
Plan Review
Compliance Enforcement
Reinspection
Rebuttal Application
Spray Pool or Pools (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Spray Pool or Pools (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Each Additional Swim, Spa, or Wading Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Each Additional Swim, Spa, or Wading Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Reinspection
Note: 2025 Fees have been adjusted per Ordinance 12-1209-96, Section 4 – Annual Fee Indexing: Fixed amount fees established by this ordinance shall be adjusted annually on the first business day of January (adjusted date)
by the amount of the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPIW). The CPIW is the Consumer Price Index – U.S. City Average for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for
the United States Department of Labor.
The annual fee adjustment shall be calculated as follows: Each fee in effect immediately prior to the adjustment date will be increased by the percentage increase in the CPIW as reported for the month of September preceding the
adjustment date. Increases will be rounded to the nearest dollar. A fee shall not be reduced by reason of such calculation. However, fee increases in accordance with this calculation shall not exceed five percent per year.
[Ord. 2-23 § 2 (Appx. A); Ord. 7-20 § 4 (Appx. A); Ord. 7-18 §§ 2, 3; Ord. 6-16 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 3-16 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 11-15 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 5-15 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 3-15 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 8-14 § 3 (Att. A); Ord. 2-14 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 1-13 § 2
(Att. A); Ord. 7-12 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 1-12 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 2-11 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 10-10 § 3; Ord. 12-09 § 4; Ord. 13-08; Ord. 11-05 § 4; Ord. 5-04 § 2; Ord. 3-02 § 2]
Single Swim Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Single Spa Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Single Spa Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Single Wading Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Single Wading Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Well Inspection Application Fee
Determination of Adequate Water Supply base fee
Well Inspection & Water Sample for Loan
Well Site Inspection-Proposed public water supply
Single Swim Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Commercial Shooting Facilities
New Facility Application
Exempt Facility Inspection
Reinspection
Plan, Document and Waiver/Variance Review
Moderate Risk Facility
Inert Waste Landfills
Transfer Station
Other Solid Waste Facilities
Drop Boxes
Commercial Shooting Facility
Food Handler Card
Limited Purpose Landfill
Closed Landfill
Biosolid/Composting Facilities
Indoor Air (Tobacco)
LIVING ENVIRONMENTS
Water Recreation Facilities Operation Permit
WATER
SOLID WASTE & COMMERCIAL SHOOTING FACILITIES
Solid Waste Facility
2 of 2
PRIOR YEAR
BASE FEE
(2024)
2025 FEE
INCREASE
CPIW 2.25%
2025 FEE Technology Fee
5%*
2025 TOTAL
FEE Additional Fees and Other Information
424.81 9.56 434.00 21.70 455.70 Title 8
424.81 9.56 434.00 21.70 455.70 Title 8
296.76 6.68 303.00 15.15 318.15 Title 19
110.93 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
110.93 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65
64.18 1.44 66.00 3.30 69.30 See Resolution #88-20
38.11 0.86 39.00 1.95 40.95
54.13 1.22 55.00 2.75 57.75
83.24 1.87 85.00 4.25 89.25 Plus the Auditors Office recording fee
428.62 9.64 438.00 21.90 459.90 Plus recording fee and fee for filing & removing Notice to Title
726.40 16.34 743.00 37.15 780.15 Valid for 3 years
1,058.82 23.82 1,083.00 54.15 1,137.15 Valid for 3 years
434.24 9.77 444.00 22.20 466.20
Issued in conjunction with an existing sewage disposal system
or community system
Conventional 918.42 20.66 939.00 46.95 985.95 Base Fee - Valid for 3 years
Alternative 1,173.15 26.40 1,200.00 60.00 1,260.00 Base Fee - Valid for 3 years
Each Connection 115.33 2.59 118.00 5.90 123.90 Add to base permit fee
Development and Annual Review Financial Assurance and System Operation
Agreements 110.51 2.49 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
Applies to existing installed sewage disposal system; the
Technical Assistance/Plan Review hourly rate will be charged
for repairs where the applicants require additional assistance
363.70 8.18 372.00 18.60 390.60
529.91 11.92 542.00 27.10 569.10
216.62 4.87 221.00 11.05 232.05
458.71 10.32 469.00 23.45 492.45
587.07 13.21 600.00 30.00 630.00
329.54 7.41 337.00 16.85 353.85
686.56 15.45 702.00 35.10 737.10
219.03 4.93 224.00 11.20 235.20 Applies to pending or active but not installed
80.00 1.80 82.00 4.10 86.10
274.78 6.18 281.00 14.05 295.05
172.07 3.87 176.00 8.80 184.80
Annual Renewal 64.00 1.44 65.00 3.25 68.25
Compliance Inspection 106.00 2.39 108.00 5.40 113.40
Evaluation of Existing System/Monitoring Inspection
Septic system only 426.02 9.59 436.00 21.80 457.80
Septic system plus water sample 481.77 10.84 493.00 24.65 517.65
Retest/Reinspection 219.03 4.93 224.00 11.20 235.20
659.08 14.83 674.00 33.70 707.70 Plus Per lot fee
258.14 5.81 264.00 13.20 277.20 Plus Per lot fee
258.14 5.81 264.00 13.20 277.20
Per lot fee 115.33 2.59 118.00 5.90 123.90
For Subdivision Review, Boundary Line Adjustment and
Planned Rural Residential Development Review fees
258.14 5.81 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per hour; 1 hour minimum
165.27 3.72 169.00 8.45 177.45
110.51 2.49 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
Residential - Individual OSS 165.27 3.72 169.00 8.45 177.45 Review after Building Permit issued, is same fee
Commercial - Individual OSS 329.54 7.41 337.00 16.85 353.85 Review after Building Permit issued, is same fee
Community OSS 329.54 7.41 337.00 16.85 353.85 Review after Building Permit issued, is same fee
83.24 1.87 85.00 4.25 89.25 Review of resubmission before Building Permit is issued
220.00 4.95 225.00 11.25 236.25
Valid for 2 years. Future septic permit application fee will be
discounted by this fee amount if submitted within 2 years.
- - 113.00 5.65 118.65
Other
302.26 6.80 309.00 15.45 324.45
494.81 11.13 506.00 25.30 531.30
686.56 15.45 702.00 35.10 737.10
110.93 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
686.56 15.45 502.00 25.10 527.10 Operation Monitoring & Maintenance (O, M & M)
Retest 274.78 6.18 281.00 14.05 295.05
381.39 8.58 390.00 19.50 409.50
686.56 15.45 502.00 25.10 527.10
12.35 0.28 13.00 0.65 13.65
FOOD SERVICE ESTABLISHMENTS
Annual Permit Fees (Based on menu Complexity & seating - menu changes may change category)
294.52 6.63 301.00 15.05 316.05
413.43 9.30 423.00 21.15 444.15
694.64 15.63 710.00 35.50 745.50
With lounge, add 294.52 6.63 301.00 15.05 316.05 Separate lounge area
With catering, add 413.43 9.30 423.00 21.15 444.15
Annual Permit Issued after September 1 50% of Annual Permit Fee
Temporary Permits Application Fees
Initial Event/Additional Single Event 71.14 1.60 73.00 3.65 76.65 Same menu only
Annual (Art Walks, Open House)356.71 8.03 365.00 18.25 383.25
Recurring 107.71 2.42 110.00 5.50 115.50
Initial Application (First Event)157.83 3.55 161.00 8.05 169.05 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Recurring Event - per location 191.17 4.30 195.00 9.75 204.75 Not to exceed 3 days a week at a single location
Additional Event (Same Menu Only)91.17 2.05 93.00 4.65 97.65 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Initial Application (First Event)157.83 3.55 161.00 8.05 169.05 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Recurring Event - per location 255.59 5.75 261.00 13.05 274.05 Not to exceed 3 days a week at a single location
Additional Event (Same Menu Only)91.17 2.05 93.00 4.65 97.65 Not to exceed 21 days at your location
Single Event 71.14 1.60 73.00 3.65 76.65
Multiple Events - per location 296.76 6.68 303.00 15.15 318.15
29.98 0.67 31.00 1.55 32.55
*With BoCC Resolution & backfilled with General Funds. JCPH
Director approval
Additional 50% (Paid when application is submitted less than
10 days prior to the event)
Other Food Fees
255.59 5.75 261.00 13.05 274.05
127.86 2.88 131.00 6.55 137.55 Per Hour; 2 hour minimum
160.07 3.60 164.00 8.20 172.20
If paying this fee AND for minor change of floor plan or equipment or for
change of menu or style of service, may need to pay for Food Service
Plan Review
160.00 3.60 164.00 8.20 172.20
If paying this fee AND for New Owner/Change of Owner or for change of
menu or style of service, may need to pay for Food Service Plan Review
- 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
160.00 3.60 164.00 8.20 172.20
If paying this fee AND for New Owner/Change of Owner or for minor
change of floor plan or equipment, may need to pay for Food Service
Plan Review
127.86 2.88 131.00 6.55 137.55 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum - for review and/or approval
127.86 2.88 131.00 6.55 137.55 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
341.28 7.68 349.00 17.45 366.45
127.86 2.88 131.00 6.55 137.55 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
First Inspection 191.17 4.30 195.00 9.75 204.75
Each inspection after first 318.90 7.18 326.00 16.30 342.30
Food Handler Card
Issue Initial Card or Reissue of Unexpired Food Handler Card - 10.00 - 10.00
3,512.11 79.02 3,591.00 179.55 3,770.55 For the first 30 hours, then assess the technical rate
2,649.69 59.62 2,709.00 135.45 2,844.45 For the first 24 hours, then assess the technical rate
1,246.99 28.06 1,275.00 63.75 1,338.75 For the first 11 hours, then assess the technical rate
1,230.44 27.68 1,258.00 62.90 1,320.90 For the first 11 hours, then assess the technical rate
595.76 13.40 609.00 30.45 639.45 For the first 5 hours, then assess the technical rate
2,649.69 59.62 2,709.00 135.45 2,844.45 For the first 24 hours, then assess the technical rate
900.23 20.26 920.00 46.00 966.00 For the first 5 hours, then assess the technical rate
883.56 19.88 903.00 45.15 948.15 For the first 8 hours, then assess the technical rate
722.26 16.25 739.00 36.95 775.95
548.57 12.34 561.00 28.05 589.05
- - 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
Sewage Disposal Permits
ONSITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL
GENERAL
On Site Sewage - Building and Planning
Other Solid Waste Facilities
Drop Boxes
New Facility Application
Closed Landfill
Biosolid/Composting Facilities
Moderate Risk Facility
Inert Waste Landfills
Transfer Station
Manager's Course
Pre-opening inspection
Reinspection
Limited Purpose Landfill
Solid Waste Facility Annual Permit Fees
SOLID WASTE & COMMERCIAL SHOOTING FACILITIES
Miscellaneous Fees
New Owner/Change of Owner
General environmental health review fee
Revised Site Plan Review
Waiver/Variance Application
Minor Change of Floor Plan and/or Equipment
Change of Menu or Style of Service
Waiver/Variance
Reopening Fee
Permit Exempt
25% Reduction for 501(c)(3) and households that meet USHHS Poverty Guidelines* based
on indigency, public interest or public benefit
Late Fee for Temporary Permits
New Establishment
Food Service Plan Review
Operating Permit
Installer, Pumper, Operator, Monitoring & Maintenance O&M Specialist or Technician
Soil Registration Site Development Review with Soils
Exempt Facility Inspection
Facility Reinspection
Homeowner Authorization
Building Application Review:
Minor Site Plan Change
Category 1
Category 2
Category 3
Low Risk Foods (Limited to Specific Listed Foods)
Medium Risk Food
Based on Permit
Density exemption review fee
Field Work for Density Exemption Review
Repair - Conventional
Repair - Alternative
Waiver/Variance Hearing
Wet season evaluation
Based on Permit
Based on Permit
Based on Permit
Annual Certificate Renewal
Applies to existing installed sewage disposal system; the
Technical Assistance/Plan Review hourly rate will be charged
for repairs where the applicants require additional assistance
Septic Review for Food Service
Pre application meeting fee
Site Development Review without Soils
Licenses Certifications
Repair - Septic tank and/or pump chamber only
Repair - Community or Commercial: Conventional
Repair - Community or Commercial: Alternative
High Risk Food
Late Fee for Invoices
Case Scanning/Technology Fee
O & M Inspection Report Manual Data Entry
Recording Fee
Subdivision Review Base Fee
New septic tank and/or pump chamber only
Reinspection
Redesign
Modification or Reserve Area Designation
Notice to Title Rescission for Non-Compliance
Demonstration
Delinquent Renewal after January 31 February 28
Boundary line adjustment or Lot Certification base review fee
Planned rural residential development review fee
JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
All fees listed below, with the exception of the Food Handlers Permit (FHP), include a 5% technology fee.
2025 PROPOSED
Health Officer Administrative Hearing
Administrative Hearing Appeal
Hearing Examiner Appeal
Technical Assistance/Plan Review - Minimum
Technical Assistance/Plan Review - Per Hour
New Conventional
New Alternative
Individual OSS: New, Repair, Upgrade
New Community or Commercial OSS: New, Repair, Upgrade
Expansion of an Existing Drainfield
Repair (see below for specific fees)
1 of 2
PRIOR YEAR
BASE FEE
(2024)
2025 FEE
INCREASE
CPIW 2.25%
2025 FEE Technology Fee
5%*
2025 TOTAL
FEE Additional Fees and Other Information
JEFFERSON COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
2025 PROPOSED
441.70 9.94 452.00 22.60 474.60
+$115/hour for > 4 hours and 5% of total cost for addt'l hours
for Technology Fee Based on 4 hours; >4 hours billed hourly at
Technical Assistance/Plan Review rate
110.64 2.49 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
WATER
262.95 5.92 269.00 13.45 282.45 Inspection of well construction, decommission & alteration
165.27 3.72 169.00 8.45 177.45 Tech Assist and Document Review is billed at the hourly rate
219.03 4.93 224.00 11.20 235.20
523.29 11.77 535.00 26.75 561.75
LIVING ENVIRONMENTS
377.79 8.50 386.00 19.30 405.30
481.77 10.84 493.00 24.65 517.65
330.78 7.44 338.00 16.90 354.90
481.77 10.84 493.00 24.65 517.65
273.98 6.16 280.00 14.00 294.00
481.61 10.84 492.00 24.60 516.60
136.38 3.07 139.00 6.95 145.95
206.40 4.64 211.00 10.55 221.55
82.03 1.85 84.00 4.20 88.20
109.70 2.47 112.00 5.60 117.60
110.93 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum - plus associated lab costs
110.93 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
Indoor Air (Tobacco)
110.93 2.50 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
110.51 2.49 113.00 5.65 118.65 Per Hour; 1 hour minimum
219.03 4.93 224.00 11.20 235.20 Rebuttal Application
Spray Pool or Pools (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Reinspection
Plan Review
Compliance Enforcement
Reinspection
Single Spa Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Single Spa Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Single Wading Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Single Wading Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Spray Pool or Pools (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Determination of Adequate Water Supply base fee
Well Inspection & Water Sample for Loan
Well Site Inspection-Proposed public water supply
Single Swim Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Single Swim Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Plan, Document and Waiver/Variance Review
Well Inspection Application Fee
Commercial Shooting Facility
*Technology fee is non-refundable
Water Recreation Facilities Operation Permit
Each Additional Swim, Spa, or Wading Pool (in operation for < 6 months of the year)
Each Additional Swim, Spa, or Wading Pool (in operation for ≥ 6 months of the year)
Commercial Shooting Facilities
Note: 2025 Fees have been adjusted per Ordinance 12-1209-96, Section 4 – Annual Fee Indexing: Fixed amount fees established by this ordinance shall be adjusted annually on the first business day of January (adjusted date) by the amount of the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPIW). The CPIW is
the Consumer Price Index – U.S. City Average for All Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the United States Department of Labor.
The annual fee adjustment shall be calculated as follows: Each fee in effect immediately prior to the adjustment date will be increased by the percentage increase in the CPIW as reported for the month of September preceding the adjustment date. Increases will be rounded to the nearest dollar. A fee shall not
be reduced by reason of such calculation. However, fee increases in accordance with this calculation shall not exceed five percent per year.
[Ord. 2-23 § 2 (Appx. A); Ord. 7-20 § 4 (Appx. A); Ord. 7-18 §§ 2, 3; Ord. 6-16 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 3-16 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 11-15 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 5-15 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 3-15 § 3 (Att.); Ord. 8-14 § 3 (Att. A); Ord. 2-14 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 1-13 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 7-12 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 1-12 § 2 (Att. A); Ord. 2-11 § 2 (Att. A);
Ord. 10-10 § 3; Ord. 12-09 § 4; Ord. 13-08; Ord. 11-05 § 4; Ord. 5-04 § 2; Ord. 3-02 § 2]
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