(A) Purpose and intent. The purpose of this chapter shall be to provide minimum standards for individual subsurface sewage treatment systems (SSTS) and the treatment and dispersal including the proper location, design, construction, operation, maintenance and repair to protect surface water and ground water from contamination by human sewage and waterborne household and commercial waste; to protect the public's health and safety; and to prevent or eliminate the development of public nuisances.
(B) Authority. This chapter is adopted pursuant to M.S. § 115.55; M.S. §§ 145A.01 through 145A.08; M.S. § 375.51; or successor statutes, and Minnesota Rules, Chapters 7080, 7081, 7082 and 7083; or successor rules.
(Ord. 426, passed 11-18-2014)