Massachusetts S585 mandates testing and inspection of private wells before property transfers to ensure drinking water quality.

Massachusetts S585 requires inspections of private wells within two years prior to property transfers, with inspection reports provided to buyers. It mandates testing for contaminants in private wells before property transfers and refinancing. Local boards of health can enforce these standards or set higher ones. The bill also establishes a program to assist homeowners with treatment systems to meet public drinking water standards.

Massachusetts S585 mandates testing and inspection of private wells before property transfers to ensure drinking water quality.

Massachusetts S585 requires inspections of private wells within two years prior to property transfers, with inspection reports provided to buyers. It mandates testing for contaminants in private wells before property transfers and refinancing. Local boards of health can enforce these standards or set higher ones. The bill also establishes a program to assist homeowners with treatment systems to meet public drinking water standards.