HB640

Revise the law governing household sewage treatment systems

Introduced·1/12/26
Introduced Text

Ohio HB640 revises regulations for household sewage treatment systems, including standards for installation, operation, and maintenance.

Ohio HB640 amends the law governing household sewage treatment systems to establish new standards and procedures. The bill mandates that boards of health adopt rules for the siting, design, installation, operation, monitoring, maintenance, and abandonment of sewage treatment systems. It also sets criteria for the approval of installation, operation, and alteration permits. The bill requires boards of health to inspect sewage treatment systems within twelve months of installation and mandates the development of maintenance programs.

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History

Feb 18

House

Referred to committee: Health

Jan 12

House

Introduced