Requirements for septic tank

(1) A building plan for a proposed building within the West Landivar Zone, which is being submitted for approval, shall be accompanied by a plan for the septic tank and soak away. (2) The owner of a lot shall ensure that every septic tank and soak away is inspected and approved by the City Engineer, the City Planner, the Public Health Department, or any other authorized officer, during its construction, setting, and after its completion and prior to the sealing of the tank. (3) Every septic tank and soak away shall be constructed to enable the overflow from the effluent pipe not to discharge or overflow into any gutter or open drain, but instead to discharge or overflow into a properly constructed soak-pit which shall be approved by the City Engineer.