As used in this chapter, the following terms shall mean the
following:
INSPECTION
The inspection of an on-site sanitary system and subsequent
reporting through the completion of an approved septic form by a licensed
septage contractor. Such form shall contain a certification by the
septage contractor, based upon the inspection, stating whether or
not such system is operating properly or is in need of service.
ON-SITE WASTEWATER DISPOSAL SYSTEM
Any in-ground cesspool, septic tank or drain field as defined
herein, or any combination of such structures, used for the disposal
of sanitary sewage and normal domestic wastes generated on or near
the property on which the system is located, and sometimes referred
to as a "disposal system" or simply a "system."
SEPTAGE
The contents of any container, including but not limited
to a septic tank, which is designed and intended to hold sewage.
SEPTAGE CONTRACTOR
An individual or entity licensed to engage in the performance
of any one or more of the following services, or who offers to provide
any one or more of the following services for a fee, in Suffolk County,
with respect to separate sewage disposal systems: evacuation, removal,
collection or transportation of septage.
SEWAGE
The combination of human and household waste with water which
is discharged to the home plumbing system including the waste from
a flush toilet, bath, sink, lavatory, dishwashing or laundry machine,
or the water-carried waste from any other fixture, equipment or machine.
The Sanitation Officer shall not grant a waiver or exemption
from any of the requirements of this chapter; provided, however, that
the Sanitation Officer may vary the time requirements as referenced
within this chapter, upon the submission and consideration of evidence
which may necessitate an extension of time to comply with all aspects
of this local law. Such extension shall not exceed 180 days.
Every owner of an on-site wastewater disposal system shall have
the same pumped or cleaned after the owner receives from the Sanitation
Inspector written notice that the system is not operating properly
or is otherwise in need of such service.
The Sanitation Inspector shall be primarily responsible for
the administration and enforcement of this chapter. With the consent
of the Village Board, the Sanitation Inspector may designate other
persons to assist him in his duties. Unless specifically limited by
the Inspector or the Board, such other persons shall have all of the
functions, responsibilities and authority given to the Sanitation
Inspector hereunder.