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)
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)