Sewer Systems | Site Evaluations | Repair Evaluations | Permitting
Exisiting Systems | Alternate Technology | Consultation

Overview

   Wastewater, or sewage, is the spent water of a home, business or population.  In many rural areas, the sewage is treated by means of a septic tank followed by a network of piping, gravel and soil known as an on-site sewage system.  The Environmental Health Division is responsible for evaluating proposed building sites and issuing construction permits for sewage systems.
   The Environmental Health Division plays a vital role in the planning of building sites. No municipality, township or other governing body shall issue a building permit for a premises requiring a sewage system before obtaining permission from the Health Officer.
   The following program areas related to sewage systems are administered by the Environmental Health Division:

• Raw Land/Building Site Evaluations
• Replacement/Repair Sewage System Evaluations
• Sewage System Permitting
• Existing Sewage System Inspections
• Sewage System Installer Licensing
• Alternative Technology
• Consultation

   If you have any specific questions regarding these services, or have an environmental health concern, please contact your nearest office location.  Immediate concerns should be directed to (906) 482-7382, Monday thru Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm (EST).