§ 54.06 REPORTING.

   Septic system inspections and water tests should be performed as early as possible in the property transfer process.

   (A)   The following must be received by the prospective buyer(s) prior to or at closing:

      (1)   A copy of all water analyses as defined in § 54.05(A) or a copy of the water bill or a letter from the municipality as defined in § 54.03(D).

      (2)   A copy of the septic inspection report as defined in § 54.04(A) and (B) or a copy of the sewer bill or a letter from the municipality as defined in § 54.03(D).

   (B)   The following information must be received by the Health Department not later than five days after the date of closing.

      (1)   A copy of all water analyses as defined in § 54.05(A) or a copy of the water bill or a letter from the municipality as defined in § 54.03(D).

      (2)   A copy of the septic inspection report as defined in § 54.04(A) and (B) or a copy of the sewer bill or a letter from the municipality as defined in § 54.03(D).

      (3)   A completed property transfer application form.

      (4)   The fee designated by the County Commissioners.

   (C)   Health Department statement of compliance.

      (1)   Upon receipt of all required information and the completion of all required actions by the seller, the Health Department shall issue a certificate of compliance or non-compliance with the requirements of this chapter and the requirements to the seller or their authorized agent.

      (2)   A certificate of compliance issued for either a septic system or water well does not guarantee its continued future performance or operation.

(Ord. 2016-02, passed 4-6-16)  Penalty, see § 54.99