(A) This chapter is enacted under the general powers delegated to counties by the state and pursuant to M.S. Ch. 103F, 103G, 115 and 116, as they may be amended from time to time, and all enabling state rules based thereon.
(B) It is the intent and purpose of this chapter to:
(1) Regulate on-site subsurface sewage treatment systems (hereinafter septic systems) throughout the county;
(2) Assure septic systems are regularly up-graded to meet with the minimum state, county and local governing unit (hereinafter LGU) treatment standards, and thereby to protect the public health, safety, comfort, convenience and general welfare of the county community; and
(3) To conserve the quality of the natural environment.
(Ord. 11-02, passed 8-9-2011)