Site Plan Instructions
The processing and issuance of your on-site sewage,
building, or land-use permit is often delayed because the site plan
submitted is incomplete or illegible. Hence, it is required that the application for such
permits be accompanied by an accurate and complete site plan. A complete
site plan must include the following:
- The
North arrow and the scale you are using.
- All
property lines, giving the dimensions.
- Driveway
location from county or state access to the proposed structure.
Include all paved/concrete surfaces such as patios, in addition to
driveways.
- Major
features of the property (ravines, seasonal and year-round creeks, steep
slopes, and bodies of water such as lakes, ponds, bays, oceans).
- Location
of on-site sewage system including the tank and drainfield, and its
distance to structures and property lines.
- Location
of wells or drinking water source, and its distance to on-site
septic system, structures, and property lines.
- Location
of all existing and proposed structures and their distance to
property lines.
- Location
of the plumbing stub-out of the proposed structure.
- Location
of all wells or drinking water sources within 100 feet of the
property line.
- Signature
and date on the site plan.
Provide us with a copy, keeping the original with your
permanent records. We also
urge you to keep copies of all permits, inspection records, and any
supporting documents, such as easements, surveys, and legal descriptions
to name a few.
WARNING:
Grading a particular area may
render that site unsuitable for an on-site septic system. If the proposed fill area is in
the area of an existing or planned on-site septic system, we urge you to
contact an Environmental Health Specialist to discuss before proceeding.
Soil Log Preparation
The owner of the property or his agent shall:
A. Prepare
the soil log excavation to:
1. Allow
examination of the soil profile in its original position by:
a.
Excavating pits of sufficient dimension to enable observation
of soil characteristics by visual and tactile means to a depth three feet
deeper than the anticipated bottom of the disposal component.
b.
Stopping at a shallower depth if a water table or
restrictive layer is encountered.
2. Allow
determination of the soil’s texture, structure, color, bulk density or
compaction, water absorption capabilities or permeability, and elevation
of the highest seasonal water table.
B. Assume
responsibility for constructing and maintaining the soil log excavation
in a manner to reduce potential for physical injury by:
1.
Placing excavated soil no closer than two feet of the
excavation.
2. Providing
a ladder, earth ramp or steps for safe egress to a depth of four feet,
then scoop out a portion from the floor to gain the additional two foot
depth necessary to observe the six feet of soil face; however, the
scooped portion is not to be entered.
3. Provide
a physical warning barrier around the excavation’s perimeter.
4. Fill
the excavation upon completion of the soil log.
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