(A) This chapter sets forth requirements for all contributors to the wastewater collection and treatment system for Davidson County, and enables the county to comply with all applicable state and federal laws required by the Clean Water Act and the General Pretreatment Regulations (40 C.F.R. 403).
(B) The objectives of this chapter are as follows:
(1) To prevent the introduction of pollutants into the collection system and/or treatment works that will pass through the system, inadequately treated, into receiving waters or the atmosphere, or that will otherwise be incompatible with the wastewater treatment system.
(2) To prevent any introduction of pollutants into the wastewater treatment system that will interfere with the operation of the system or will contaminate the residuals.
(3) To improve the opportunity to recycle and/or reclaim wastewaters and residuals from the system.
(4) To provide for equitable distribution of the cost of construction, operation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment works.
(5) To protect both municipal personnel, who may be affected by sewage, sludge and effluent in the course of their employment, as well as the general public.
(6) To ensure that the municipality complies with its NPDES or non-discharge permit conditions, residual use and disposal requirements, and any other federal or state laws to which the municipal wastewater system is subject.
(C) This chapter shall apply to all users of public sanitary sewer systems for which funds have been provided by Davidson County for the construction of all or part of such public sewer systems. By discharging wastewater into county-funded systems, all users agree with terms and conditions established in this chapter, as well as any permits, enforcement actions or orders issued hereunder. Except as otherwise provided herein, the County Manager shall administer, implement and enforce the provisions of these policies.
(Ord. passed 9-9-08)