Legal Documents of Mosheim

The septic tank and disposal field shall be constructed or reconstructed only in locations which have been approved by the mayor and the State of Tennessee after making such tests and examinations of the site as are deemed essential to determine if the soil absorption, topography, drainage area, etc. are satisfactory for underground disposal. The discharge from the septic tank shall be disposed of in such a manner that it may not create a nuisance on the surface of the ground or pollute the underground water supply. Plans and specifications for private wastewater disposal systems other than septic tanks and drain fields must be approved by the State of Tennessee and then submitted to the Town of Mosheim for review and written approval by the mayor. (Ord. #221, April 2010)