Item 7F Ordinance 480-YYY Modifications to Zoning Ordinance 480 regarding On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF)
On-Site Sewage Facilities Existing Regulation
Sections 33.14, 40.3, & 41.3
For properties proposing an on-site sewage facility, a plan is required that shows the type and location of the on-site sewage facility, topography of the site, location of spray fields,
all easements, impact on any existing trees, and any additional information required by the Authorized Agent responsible for on-site sewage facility permitting and inspections.
No building permit shall be issued until such plan has been reviewed and approved by the authorized agent nor shall any certificate of occupancy be issued until the system has been properly
installed and inspected by the authorized agent. (As amended by Ordinance No. 480- YYY)
Section 4
AUTHORIZED AGENT RESPONSIBLE FOR ON-SITE SEWAGE FACILITY PERMITTING AND INSPECTIONS – The individual, organization, or government entity contracted with the City that is responsible
for the proper implementation of Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 366 and Texas Administrative Code Chapter 285. (As amended by Ordinance No. 480-YYY)
Questions?
How do On-site Sewage Facilities Work? Anaerobic (Septic) Systems
Not appropriate for much of North Texas’ soil
15% of today’s installations are traditional “septic” systems
Greater potential for odor, blockage, environmental impact, etc.
How do On-site Sewage Facilities Work? Aerobic Systems
48 different designs on the market
Typically used with spray heads
Cleaner effluent
More equipment and electricity use
Costlier and more potential for failure
On-Site Sewage Facilities Policy Considerations
Leach / Aeration Field Setbacks
Between 25’ and 50’
Drainage, Flowage, & Floodplain Easements
Detailed OSSF plans for developments of __ lots or more or for R-PUDs, etc.
Requiring maintenance contract for C.O.
Building Code:
Maximum distance under ground 8-12 inches
Air pressure gauge requirements