It is the intent of this Article to ensure that multiple ownership septic systems serving two or more dwelling units are operated and maintained by qualified personnel, and that such operation and maintenance is provided as needed, to prevent a public nuisance or threat to public health or degradation of water quality from occurring. The provisions of this Article shall not apply to any existing industrial or commercial multiple ownership septic systems, except that the provisions of this Article as in effect prior to January 1, 1986, shall be applicable to any systems for which an application for permit had been made prior to January 1, 1986.
(Ord. 3105, passed - -1986)