§ 51.37  DEFINITIONS.
   Except as provided below, the terms defined in 410 IAC 6-8.2, et seq. and 410 IAC 6-10-1, et seq. shall carry the same definition whenever used in this subchapter as the definition provided in those regulations. For purposes of this subchapter, the terms below shall be defined as follows:
   AVAILABLE.  Within 300 feet of the property line.
   CERTIFIED INSTALLER.  An installer who passes a written proficiency examination conducted by the La Porte County Health Department or an entity approved by the LaPorte County Health Department, and maintains certification through retesting or obtaining the proper continuing education units.
   HEALTH OFFICER.  The LaPorte County Health Officer and his or her duly authorized representative(s).
   ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEM.  Any arrangement of devices and structures used for receiving, treating, and disposing of sewage.
   OPERATING PERMIT.  Written approval by the LPCHD for continued use of an on-site system.
   PERMIT. A written permission to proceed with specified work with respect to a private sewerage disposal system which is issued by the Health Officer or the Commissioner of the Indiana State Department of Health.
   PRIVATE ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM.  Shall mean and include a residential on-site sewage system as defined in 410 IAC 6-8.2-30, or a commercial on-site wastewater disposal facility as defined in 410 IAC 6-10-2.
   REGISTERED INSTALLER.  A certified installer who registers with the La Porte County Health Department.
   SEWAGE.  Any combination of human excreta and waste water from water closets, laundries, sinks, bathing facilities, and other objectionable waste waters.
(Ord. 2012-01, passed 2-21-12)