(Effective until April 1, 2025)
Abandonment.
Persons permanently abandoning a septic tank, seepage pit, cesspool, or other sewage container shall:
(1) Have the septage removed by an approved pumper;
(2) Remove or destroy the lid; and
(3) Fill the void with soil or gravel.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
43.20.050. WSR 05-15-119, § 246-272A-0300, filed 7/18/05, effective 7/1/07.]
(Effective April 1, 2025)
Abandonment.
Persons permanently abandoning a sewage tank, seepage pit, cesspool, or other sewage container shall:
(1) Have the septage removed by an approved pumper; and
(2) Perform one of the following:
(a) Remove and dispose of sewage tanks and other components in a manner approved by the local health officer; or
(b) Leave the sewage tanks and components in place. Remove or destroy the lid if possible and fill the void with soil or gravel; and
(3) Grade the site to the surroundings.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
43.20.050(3),
43.20.065, chapters
70A.105 and
70A.110 RCW. WSR 24-06-046, § 246-272A-0300, filed 3/1/24, effective 4/1/25. Statutory Authority: RCW
43.20.050. WSR 05-15-119, § 246-272A-0300, filed 7/18/05, effective 7/1/07.]