An SSTS that is determined to be an imminent threat to public health or safety in accordance with Minn. Rules Chapter 7080.1500, subpart 4, item A, must be connected to a municipal wastewater treatment system, upgraded, repaired, replaced, or abandoned in accordance with the provisions of this chapter within ten months of the date of the notice of noncompliance or discovery by the Department, whichever is the earlier date. The Department has the authority to require repair or replacement of an imminent threat to public health sooner than specified above. The Department may require the property owner to:
(A) Respond within five business days of notification by submitting a plan for abating the discharge; or
(B) Pump the septic tank(s) as an interim abatement measure.
(Ord. 67-2010, passed 5-17-11) Penalty, see § 52.999