1. (a) All wastewater in any facility containing water-using fixtures connected to a water supply source shall discharge to a wastewater system approved by the Department in accordance with the Rules of this Subchapter.

2. (b) In order for a wastewater system to be approved:

   1. (1) the applicant shall submit an application in accordance with Rule .0202 of this Section;
   2. (2) an IP shall be issued in accordance with Rule .0203 of this Section;
   3. (3) a CA shall be issued in accordance with Rule .0204 of this Section; and
   4. (4) the authorized agent shall inspect the installation and issue an OP in accordance with Rule .0205 of this Section.
3. (c) Upon issuance of the CA, the applicant may obtain a building permit in accordance with G.S. 130A-338.
4. (d) Notwithstanding Paragraph (b) of this Rule, an applicant may choose to have a wastewater system approved under the provisions of G.S. 130A-336.1 or G.S. 130A-336.2 and in accordance with Rule .0207 of this Section.
5. (e) All documentation related to a wastewater system shall be maintained by the LHD in the county where the permit is issued and the property taxes are paid.
6. (f) Holding tanks shall not be considered an acceptable wastewater treatment and dispersal system. An IP shall not be issued for a holding tank for new construction or to serve a permanent facility.

History Note: Authority G.S. 130A-335; 130A-336; 130A-336.1; 130A-336.2; 130A-337; 130A-338;
Eff. January 1, 2024.