The rules shall apply to all the area lying within the incorporated
limits of the city.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
(A)
The city clearly understands that there are technical criteria, legal requirements, and administrative procedures and duties associated with regulating on-site sewage facilities and will fully enforce Tex. Health and Safety Code, Ch. 366, Tex. Water Code, Ch. 7 and 37 (TWC), and associated rules referenced in sec. 51.03.
(B)
The
city clearly understands that, at a minimum, it must follow the requirements
in Tex. Administrative Code, Title 30 sec. 285.71 - Authorized Agent
Enforcements of OSSFs.
(C)
This chapter adopts and incorporates all applicable provisions related to on-site sewage facilities which includes, but is not limited to, those found in Tex. Health and Safety Code, Ch. 341 and 366, Tex. Water Code, Ch. 7, 26, and 37, and Tex. Administrative Code, Title 30 Ch. 30, Subchapters A and G, and Ch. 285.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
(A)
The rules, Tex. Administrative Code, Title 30 Ch. 30, Subchapters A and G, and Tex. Administrative Code, Ch. 285, promulgated by the TCEQ for on-site sewage facilities are hereby adopted, and all officials and employees of the city having duties under said rules are authorized to perform such duties as are required of them under said rules.
(B)
Any
permit issued for an on-site sewage facility within the jurisdictional
area of the city must comply with the rules as stated.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
The rules, Tex. Administrative Code, Title 30 Ch. 30, Subchapters A and G, and Ch. 285 and all future amendments and revisions thereto, are incorporated by reference and are thus made a part of these rules.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
The OSSF designated representative (DR) (Tex. Administrative
Code, Title 30 sec. 285.2(17)) of the city must be certified by the
TCEQ before assuming the duties and responsibilities.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
All fees collected for permits and/or inspections shall be made
payable to the city. A fee will also be collected for each on-site
sewage facility permit, to be paid to the On-Site Wastewater Treatment
Research Council as required by the Tex. Health and Safety Code, Ch.
367.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
A person aggrieved by an action or decision of the designated
representative may appeal such action or decision to the City Council.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
(A)
If the
City Council decides that it no longer wishes to regulate on-site
sewage facilities in its area of jurisdiction, the City Council, as
the authorized agent, and the TCEQ shall follow the procedures outlined
in the Tex. Administrative Code, Title 30 sec. 285.10(d)(1) through
(4).
(B)
After
relinquishing its OSSF authority, the authorized agent understands
that it may be subject to charge-back fees in accordance with Tex.
Administrative Code, Title 30 secs. 285.10(d)(5) and 235.14 after
the date that delegation has been relinquished.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
No outside toilet or privy shall be erected or maintained on
any lot hereunder, nor shall any sewage be disposed of upon, in, or
under any lot hereunder, except into a septic system installed and
operated pursuant to the TCEQ standards for private sewage facilities
and local standards.
Penalty, see sec. 10.99
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
All plumbing, lateral lines, and holding tanks shall be installed
for the requirements of the state’s Health Department and the
city’s authorized agent for TCEQ (if applicable).
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
Such septic system will be required for any permanent or semi-permanent
facility installed on any lot hereunder and shall be installed before
the residence is occupied. All new wastewater handling installations
must have a site plan for the wastewater system on file with the city
office.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
A holding tank that meets the requirements of the TCEQ and has
a contract for pumping it out may be used if a copy of the pumping
contract is on file at the city office. The pumping contractor must
notify the city immediately if the contract is no longer valid and
in force.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
(A)
At such
time as an organized sewage disposal system, for the collection, treatment,
and disposal of sewage, becomes available, sewage disposal will be
by means of said system only and no permanent or semi-permanent facility
shall be erected, placed, or maintained on any lot hereunder.
(B)
Within
90 days of being notified of the availability of an organized sewage
disposal system, all existing permanent or semi-permanent facilities,
except nonresidential, must be connected to said system.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
Self-contained sanitation systems may be used by temporary campers,
provided each meets the state’s environmental and pollution
regulations and is constructed to be gas- and odor-tight. All self-contained
sanitation systems (permanently installed in a mobile camper or motor
home with holding tanks, or self-contained portable units) must be
evacuated when needed and maintained in a sanitary condition without
odor. Any sewer system used in the city must meet all TCEQ regulations.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
The dumping, emptying, or evacuation of sewage or wastewater
onto the ground or into any lake, ditch, or drainage facility within
the city is strictly prohibited. In addition, such action is a violation
of the Tex. Water Code, Ch. 26 and the Texas Water Quality Board Order
No. 77-0714-1 and is subject to civil and criminal penalties. The
city will vigorously assist in prosecution of any person or persons
engaged in such action.
Penalty, see sec. 10.99
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
Any property or building that receives retail water or wastewater
service from an entity other than the city must conform to all city
ordinances.
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
The following shall apply to new construction, move-in of manufactured/modular
homes, or use by unit which will remain long term on property re-zoned
for camping in District III.
(A)
Prior
to use or connection to an existing system located on the property,
such system shall meet TCEQ regulations.
(B)
Tank
size must be verified with documentation. If information is not available,
the tank must be pumped (dry) and inspection will be made by TCEQ
representative at the time of pumping standard system. Verification
of correct operation shall also be made of aerobic or any other type
of on-site septic facility (OSSF).
(Ordinance 2011-27(f) adopted 11/12/15)
