An agent may approve designing and constructing standard and alternative systems that depart from any standard in OAR 340-071-0220(1) (a) through (i) in designated rural zones if the following requirements are met:
- (1) The county designates specific rural zoning classifications for this rule.
- (2) The county designates a minimum parcel size of at least 10 acres.
- (3) The parcel as proposed or existing is at least 10 acres and does not have an accessible area approvable for a standard onsite system.
- (4) The permit is for an onsite system designed to serve a single family dwelling or a commercial facility allowed in the zone with a flow no greater than 600 gpd.
- (5) The onsite system will not create a public health hazard or pollute public waters.
- (6) Requiring strict compliance with standards in OAR 340-071-0220(1)(a) through (i) would in the agent’s judgment be unreasonable, burdensome, or impractical.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 454.625 & 468.020
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 454.615
History
DEQ 15-2017, amend filed 10/31/2017, effective 11/01/2017
DEQ 11-2004, f. 12-22-04, cert. ef. 3-1-05
DEQ 27-1994, f. 11-15-94, cert. ef. 4-1-95
DEQ 10-1981, f. & ef. 3-20-81