Senate Bill 45 Summary

• Beginning January 1, 2010, persons performing inspections of conventional or alternative on-site wastewater treatment systems must be certified by a local health department, the Department of Environmental Quality, or an approved organization.

• System owners must obtain inspections by certified inspectors at least every 10 years for conventional systems and alternative systems permitted after January 1, 2010, or systems determined to pose a threat to public health.

• Beginning July 1, 2010, alternative wastewater treatment systems cannot be installed unless the specific type has been approved by the department, which must review applications within 60 days of receiving a complete submission.

• Creates two advisory bodies: the On-Site Wastewater Treatment System Advisory Council (12 members) and the Alternative System Technical Advisory Committee (8 members) to study regulations, certification programs, water quality improvements, and provide technical guidance.

• Violations of this part constitute a state civil infraction subject to a civil fine of no more than $500.