§ 3.04.02. Septic Tanks

A.

General Prohibition

The use of septic tanks for new development shall be prohibited in the Coastal High Hazard Area.

B.

Exceptions

Exceptions to this requirement may be granted to relieve or prevent excessive hardship only in cases where all of the following criteria are met:

1.

No reasonable alternative exists for the treatment of sewage, and

2.

Discharge from the septic tank will not adversely affect public health and will not degrade surface or ground water, and

3.

Where the Health Department determines that soil conditions, water table elevation and setback provisions are adequate to meet state requirements.