Septic tanks and sewage treatment plants: what you need to do
Your property has a cesspool
If you have a cesspool then the 바카라 사이트˜general binding rules바카라 사이트™ do not apply.
You must maintain your cesspool and make sure it:
- is emptied regularly (for example once a month) by a registered waste carrier
- does not leak or overflow
You do not need a permit unless the Environment Agency tells you that you do.
If your system releases sewage into the ground or surface water then it is not a cesspool. If you are not sure what your system is, ask a local installation or maintenance company.
The Environment Agency or your local council can make you repair or replace your cesspool if it바카라 사이트™s in poor condition.
You are breaking the law if your cesspool causes pollution.
If you install a new cesspool
You must:
- get planning permission and building regulations approval
- make sure it has a minimum capacity of 18,000 litres per 2 users (plus another 6,800 litres per each extra user)