 
Update
Due to the flood of public comments, the State Water Resources Control Board is currently revising the proposed regulations. We anticipate substantial changes to the proposal. SWRCB staff expects to have the revised proposal completed and released for another public comment period in the next 12 months. If you commented on the initial draft, you will be notified when the new comment period begins. To sign up for email notification, please visit http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/water_issues/programs/septic_tanks/ and click on Email Subscriptions.
Assembly Bill 885 required the State Water Resources Control Board to adopt regulations or standards for permitting and operating septic systems. The draft regulations, as currently proposed, would be burdensome and costly to homeowners. They would:
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Require periodic testing of septic systems and domestic wells at a cost to the homeowner
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Potentially limit property development
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Mandate “one-size-fits-all” regulations that discount the diverse geographical, hydrogeological, and demographic characteristics that exist in California
Please fill out and submit the following form letter to the State Water Resources Control Board by February 23rd if you are opposed to the proposed regulations.
AB 885 Form Letter with Directions
Update! Madera County unanimously approved a resolution on February 3rd opposing the regulations unless significantly amended. The resolution is available here.
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