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Chapter 16 Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (POWTS) CHAPTER 16 Sanitary Code Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System CHAPTER 16 TABLE OF CONTENTS Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System 16.01 Introduction PURPOSE & AUTHORITY 1. AUTHORITY 2. PURPOSE 3. INTENT 4. ABROGATION & GREATER RESTRICTIONS 5. SEVERABILITY & NON-LIABILITY 6. JURISDICTION 7. COMPLIANCE 16.02 Administration and EnforcementADMINISTRATION 1. OFFICER REQUIREMENTS 2. INSPECTIONS 3. ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES 16.03 SANITARY PERMITS 1. PERMIT REQUIREMENTS & RESTRICTIONS 2. PERMIT TRANSFERS 3. PERMIT RENEWALS 4. PERMIT REVOCATION 5. PERMIT POSTING 6. VIOLATIONS 16.04 EXISTING POWTS Existing Septic Systems 1. PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS 2. ABONDONMENT OF EXISTING POWTS 16.05 HOLDING TANKS 1. PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS 2. HOLDING TANK AGREEMENT 3. HOLDING TANK SERVICING CONTRACT 16.06 PUBLIC SEWER 1. CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS 2. SANITARY PERMIT LIMITATIONS 16.07 NON-PLUMBING SANITATION SYSTEMSPRIVIES 1. GENERAL STANDARDS 2. ALLOWED LOCATIONS 3. PROHIBITED LOCATIONS 16.08 POWTS SEPTIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 1. REPORTING STANDARDS FOR SEPTIC SYSTEMS 2. REPORTING STANDARDS FOR HOLDING TANKS 3. REPORTING FORM REQUIREMENTS Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System 16.09 FEES Discharges Prohibited 1. GENERAL FEES 2. AFTER-THE-FACT FEES 3. POWTS TAX ASSESSMENT FEES 16.10 ENFORCEMENT 1. VIOLATIONS & PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES 2. PENALTIES 3. COMPLIANCEViolations and Penalties 16.11 APPEALSDefinitions 1. GENERAL 16.12 DEFINITIONS Fees 16.13 Appeals 16.14 Effective Date Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System PAGE WILL BE DELETED Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 4 REVISED 08/2019 PRIVATE ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM- CHAPTER 16 16.01 PURPOSE & AUTHORITYINTRODUCTION (1) AUTHORITY (a) This Ordinance is adopted pursuant to the authorization in Wis. Stat. §59.70 (1), 59.70 (5), 145.04, 145.19, 145.20, and 145.01(4m)(a) through (e).chapter of the code is mandated by the State of Wisconsin as authorized in Sec. 59.70(5), Wisconsin Statutes. (b) This ordinance This chapter of the code incorporates by reference the following rules, regulations, and laws, as set forth in the Wisconsin Statutes and the Wisconsin Administrative Code governing the location, construction, and use of private sewage systems. Wis. Stat. §59.70(5), 660113, Wis. Stat. Chs. 145, 281, 283; Wis. Admin. Code §361.04; Wis. Admin. Code Chs. SPS 381, SPS 382, SPS 383, SPS 384, SPS 385, SPS 387, SPS 391, NR 113, and NR 116. These provisions of Chapter 145, Wisconsin Statutes, and all subsequent rules, and regulations, and laws promulgated thereupon regarding POWTS as defined in Sec. 145.01, Wisconsin Statutes. Any provisions of Chapter 145, Wisconsin Statutes, shall apply until amended or renumbered and then shall apply as amended or .renumbered. (c) This chapter of the code incorporates the rules established in COMM 83 Wisconsin Administrative Code shall apply until amended and then shall apply as amended. (d) This chapter of the code shall not be more lenient than the rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to Chapter 145, Wisconsin Statutes. (e) This chapter of the Code incorporates the rules established in Chapter COMM 91, Wisconsin Administrative Code which shall apply until amended and then shall apply as amended. (2) PURPOSE (a) The purpose of this ordinance is to provide a uniform method of regulating the siting, construction, replacement and maintenance of POWTS in order to protect the health, safety and general welfare of the residents of Winnebago County. (3) INTENT (a) The intent of this ordinance is to enforce all state codes regarding POWTS in order to obtain compliance with ground water protection laws. (4) ABROGATION AND GREATER RESTRICTIONS (a) It is not intended by this section to interfere with, abrogate or annul any existing easements, covenants or other agreements between parties; nor is it intended by this ordinance to repeal, abrogate, annul or in any way impair or interfere with any existing provisions of law or ordinance or rules, regulations or permit previously adopted or issued pursuant to law relating to the use of POWTS. However, wherever this ordinance imposes greater restrictions, the provisions of this section shall control. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 5 REVISED 08/2019 (5) SEVERABILITY &AND NON-LIABILITY (a) If any section, clause, provision, or portion of this ordinance is adjudged unconstitutional or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of the ordinance shall not be affected thereby. (6) JURISDICTION (a) The jurisdiction of this Ordinance chapter shall include all lands and waters within the unincorporated and incorporated areas of Winnebago County, as provided in Wis. Stat. §59.70(5). of the code shall apply to the entire area of the county. (7) COMPLIANCE TITLE (7) . This Ordinance shall be known as, referred to or cited as the “Winnebago County Sanitary Ordinance” or “Sanitary Ordinance”. BASIC PRINCIPLES (a) All structures or premises in the County that are permanently or intermittently intended Every building intended for human habitation or occupancy, which are not serviced by a public sewer, shall have a system for holding or treatment and dispersal of sewage and wastewater which complies with the provisions of this Ordinance. shall be provided with a properly functioning private on-site waste water treatment system (hereinafter referred to as POWTS), or where there is no plumbing in the structure, a privy that complies with COMM 91. Travel trailers and RV’s with self-contained units are excluded from this section. (b) The private sewage system or non-plumbing sanitation system, described under WI Administrative Code SPS 391, for newly constructed structures or structures requiring a Reconnection Permit shall be installed and inspected before the structure may be occupied. (c) Travel trailers and other recreational vehicles with self-contained waste disposal units or plumbing shall meet the requirements of this Ordinance. Additionally, any travel trailer or other recreational vehicle with plumbing designed for human habitation or occupancy which is not located within a State/County authorized campground, municipal/government operated park (Town/County/State), or temporary use for public even which does not exceed ten (10) days in duration as determined by the Planning & Zoning Department shall be required to be connected to an appropriate Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment System as defined in the Ordinance. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 6 REVISED 08/2019 16.02 ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT (1) OFFICER REQUIREMENTSLICENSES REQUIRED (a) Any member of the Planning & Zoning Departmentzoning staff authorized by the Zoning Administrator with the who is licensed as a Certified Soil Tester and POWTS/or Plumbing Inspector licenses II may administer this ordinance. (2) INSPECTIONS (a) Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System: A licensed staff member shall inspect or cause the inspection of all POWTS no later than the next workday after completion of construction (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and holidays) but before backfilling. (b) Soil Evaluation ReportTests: If after review areview, a soil evaluation report test appears to be inaccurate based on information provided by the soil survey of Winnebago County or appears inaccurate based on questionable data, the tested site shall be verified in the field. (1) Field verifications shall be done only on weather appropriatesunny days in order to make accurate interpretations. AThe licensed staff member shall determine if sunny conditions are suitable for field verifications. Where inclement weather conditions delay field verifications, requests will be rescheduled as soon as sunny conditions prevail and staff are available. (2) A licensed staff member will perform field verifications during winter soil testing hours (10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. from November 15th to March 15th) for replacementfor replacement systems only. (3) All field verifications for soil evaluationstests shall be done by evaluating a soil profile. The soilThe soil profile shall be exposed by excavating an area large enough for a person to safely stand in for the purpose of evaluating the soil profile. The excavation may be done by hand or with a backhoe. The depth of the excavation shall be at least one foot below the elevation of the estimated high ground water as indicated by the Soil Evaluation Report. On Soil Borings and Percolation tests. Excavations that exceed a depth of two feet shall be provided with a step or ladder for ingress and egress. (4) Excavations may be left open until a licensed staff member can verify the tested site. It shall be the property owner's responsibility to cover and/or fence off the excavation to prevent any person from falling into the excavation and becoming injured. Winnebago County shall not be held liable forliable for any such injuries. The Zoning Office shall be notified in accordance with Sec. 16.02(2)(c) of this ordinance if excavations are to be left open for county verification. (c) Notification For Inspections: All requests for inspections shall be made at least 24 hours in advance of the requested time and date of the inspection excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 7 REVISED 08/2019 (d) Required Attendance: The master plumber or master plumber-restricted service credential holder responsible for the installation of the subject private onsite wastewater treatment system shall be present upon inspection by Winnebago County, unless the County allows the authorized credential holder to be excused. (3) ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES (a) A licensed staff member shall review all Soil Evaluation Reports for a proposed POWTS. (b) A licensed staff member shall approve or deny sanitary permits and assist applicants, if possible, in preparing an approvable application. (c) A licensed staff member shall investigate all violations of the POWTS ordinance and Sec. 254.01(2) or 281.01(18), Wisconsin Statutes; issue orders to abate the violations; issue citations; and submit violations to the district attorney, corporation counsel or attorney general for enforcement. (d) A licensed staff member shall have access to premises during reasonable hours for inspecting POWTS or investigating any violations of this ordinance. If the licensed staff memberstaff member is refused access to premises after presenting his or her identification, he or she shall procure a special inspection warrant in accordance with requirements of the Wisconsin Statutes. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 8 REVISED 08/2019 (3) ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES (a) A licensed staff member shall review all Reports on Soil Boring and Percolation Tests for proposed POWTS. (b) A Licensed staff member shall approve and disapprove applications for sanitary permits and assist applicants in preparing an approvable application. (c) A licensed staff member shall investigate all violations of the POWTS ordinance and Sec. 254.01(2) or 281.01(18), Wisconsin Statutes; issue orders to abate the violations; and submit violations to the district attorney, corporation counsel or attorney general for enforcement. (d) A licensed staff member shall have access to premises during reasonable hours for inspecting POWTS or investigating any violations of this ordinance. If the licensed staff member is refused access to premises after presenting his or her identification, he or she shall procure a special inspection warrant in accordance with requirements of the Wisconsin Statutes. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 9 REVISED 08/2019 16.03 SANITARY PERMITS (1) PERMIT REQUIREMENTS & RESTRICTIONSD (a) No person shall install or perform work on a POWTS unless that person is a licensed plumber, and the owner of the property on which the system is located holds a valid County Sanitary Permit. This includes the following: (1) Installation of new/replacement POWTS; (2) Reconnection of a structure to an existing POWTS; (3) Repair of an existing POWTS. (e)(b) No person shall sell at retail a septic tank, pump chamber or holding tank unless the purchaserthe purchaser holds a valid sanitary permit. (c) Section(s) 16.04, 16.05, & 16.07 also require a sanitary permit under this section. (d) Where required by Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter SPS 383, the County shall forward a copy of each Sanitary Permit issued along with the appropriate fee to the Department of Safety & Professional Services within ninety (90) days after the permit is issued. (e) A Sanitary Permit shall be valid for two years from the original date of issuance. (f) A Sanitary Permit application submitted, with subject fee, to the Planning & Zoning Department shall include all information, documentation, and materials as required and requested by Planning & Zoning Department Staff and all information, documentation, and materials as required by applicable State Law and this ordinance. (f) Where required by Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter COMM 83, the County shall forward a copy of each Sanitary Permit issued along with the appropriate fee to the Department of Commerce within ninety (90) days after the permit is issued. (g) A County Sanitary Permit shall be valid for two years from the original date of issuance. (2) PERMIT TRANSFERS (a) A property owner may transfer a sanitary permit to a new property owner by submitting a Sanitary Permit Transfer/Renewal Form (DILHR - SBD - 63998) and the appropriate fee to the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Office. The form shall be signed by the previous sanitary permit holder and the licensed plumber responsible for the installation of the POWTS. (b) (b) A property owner may transfer a sanitary permit from the original installing licensed plumber to a new installing licensed plumber by submitting a Sanitary Permit Transfer/Renewal Form (DILHR - SBD - 6399) and the appropriate fee to the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning DepartmentOffice. The form shall be signed by the new installing licensed plumber responsible for the installation of the POWTS. If the original POWTS plans required state approval, the new installing licensed plumber shall obtain a new set of state approved plans before the sanitary permit may be transferred to the new installing licensed plumber. In cases where state-approved POWTS plans were designed by an engineer, architect or licensed designer, no new state approval is necessary and the Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 10 REVISED 08/2019 sanitary permit may be transferred to the new installing licensed plumber. (3) PERMIT RENEWALS (b)(a) A property owner or the licensed plumber responsible for the installation of the POWTS may renew a sanitary permit before the expiration date by submitting a Sanitary Permit Transfer/Renew Form (DILHR - SBD - 63998) and the appropriate fee to the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning DepartmentZoning Office. The form shall be signed by the licensed plumber responsible for the installation of the POWTS. The sanitary permit shall meet allmeet all the regulations in force at the time the renewal is being sought before the permit may be renewed. The sanitary permit shall expire two years from the date of renewal unlessrenewal unless the permit is again renewed before the expiration date. (4) PERMIT REVOCATIONCROSS-COMPLIANCE (a) Winnebago County may revoke a sanitary permit that the County has issued for any false statements or misrepresentation of facts on which the sanitary permit was issued. (1) The revocation of a sanitary permit and the reasons for revocation shall be conveyed in writing (via email or letter) to the individual to whom the sanitary permit was issued or transferred.No sanitary permit shall be issued until such time as adequate evidence is presented to show that the proposed construction would be in compliance with the Winnebago County Town/County Zoning Ordinance, Winnebago County Land Division Ordinance, or any applicable Town Zoning Ordinance. (2) If a sanitary permit is revoked, the installation or modification of a POWTS may not commence or continue until another sanitary permit is obtained. (3) Any false statements or misrepresentation of facts as described in (4)(a) constitute a violation and Section 16.10 shall apply. (a) (b) Permit applications, including site plans, shall be required to meet the requirements of the Winnebago County Land Records Ordinance. (5) PERMIT POSTINGVIOLATION (a) When a sanitary permit is obtained under Section 16.03, the sanitary permit shall comply with all the following: (1) The sanitary permit shall be posted in such a conspicuous location and manner on the proposed site where the POWTS is to be installed or modified so that the information on the permit is visible for inspection. (2) The sanitary permit shall be posted in a conspicuous location until a POWTS installation or modification is completed and an opportunity for a final inspection occurs in accordance with Section 16.02(2). (3) Should a permit be issued subsequent to the issuance of a violation notice or a citation by the County, the County may include within the permit time limitations for construction as well as other conditions relating to the violation which must be prior to final system approval. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 11 REVISED 08/2019 (a) (6) VIOLATIONS (a) Should a sanitary permit be issued subsequent to the issuance of a violation notice or a citation by the County, the County may include within the sanitary permit time limitations for construction as well as other conditions relating to the violation which must be remedied prior to final system approval/installation. (b) Violations of this Section shall be dealt with in a manner specified in Section 16.10 Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 12 REVISED 08/2019 PAGE WILL BE DELETED Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 13 REVISED 08/2019 16.02 16.04 EXISTING POWTS EXISTING PRIVATE ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM (1) PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS: A: A county, city, town, or village may not issue a building permit and/or zoning permit for the followingthe following conditions unless the owner of the property secures a sanitary permit under Section 16.03 to modify, replace, or reconnect to the existing POWTS: (a) Construction of a structure to be connected to an existing POWTS. (b) Disconnection of a structure from an existing POWTS and connection of another structure to the system (e.g. replacing a mobile home). (c) Reconstruction of a structure that is connected to a POWTS and that has become uninhabitable due to damage resulting from fire, wind, or other manmade or natural disasters. (d) Conversions of structures to public buildings or places of employment or changes in use of public buildings and/or places of employment. (e) An addition of bedrooms to a structure or a conversion of existing space to bedrooms within a structure. (f) An addition to a structure which exceeds twenty-five (25) percent of the total gross area of the existing structure. (g) Reconstruction of a structure that is connected to a POWTS and that has been razed. (2) ABANDONMENT OF EXISTING POWTS (a) All abandoned seepage pits, septic tanks, holding tanks, and pump chambers shall have the contents pumped out by a licensed pumper, disposed of in a legal matter, and be removed or the covers removed, and the remaining excavation shall be immediately filled with suitable soil material, rendering the POWTS inoperable. Winnebago County does not require a permit for this activity. (b) Within thirty (30) days after completion of the abandonment, the qualified contractor shall notify the Planning & Zoning Department of the abandonment and provide staff with any requested abandonment documentation (pictures, written materials, etc...). (c) The components of an existing private sewage system that are not part of the approved design of a replacement system shall be abandoned by the plumber installing the system at the time of the installation of the replacement system. The abandonment shall comply with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 14 REVISED 08/2019 16.03 16.05 HOLDING TANKS (1) PERMITTING REQUIREMENTS:Sanitary Permit: A sanitary permit for holding tank(s) shall be granted only if one or more of theof the following conditions existsexist, regardless of whether for new construction or replacement: (a) The property is in a flood plain with no contiguous higher area. (b) The soil survey of Winnebago County has the entire property mapped as an Udorthent soil type. (c) The property has size limitations which prevent the installation of a soil absorption system. (d) A soil test has been conducted on the property by a certified soil tester and all soil types on the property, as identified in the soil survey of Winnebago County, have been identified and verified by the certified soil tester to be unsuitable for any type of soil absorption system. (e) The installation and use of holding tanks, or alternative systems as approved by Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services Commerce and Winnebago County, as a private sewage system for festival or event grounds are permitted regardless of whether there is a suitable site that allows for the installation of a private sewage system that provides onsite treatment and disposal of domestic wastewater. In addition to complying with allwith all applicable provisions of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, the holding tank installation shall comply with the following: (1) The festival or event shall provide evidence, typically in the form of ticket sales or recorded gate attendance, that the festival or event has exceeded an attendance of more than 100,000 for five (5) or more consecutive years. (2) Grounds shall be owned, orowned or bound by lease for ten (10) or more years, by the festivalthe festival or event utilizing the grounds. (3) Property ownerowners shall provide written approval of the holding tanks or alternativeor alternative system installation prior to permit issuance. (4) Influent flows to the holding tank(s) shall be metered in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.54(2)(d). The water meter shall include a remote reading devicereading device for each meter. The remote reader(s) shall be mounted in a conspicuous location on the exterior of the building(s) served by the holding tank(s) and shall have a numerical display of gallons used to the nearest 100 gallons. (5) Inspection, evaluation, maintenance, and servicing reports, including water meter readings, shall be submitted to the Department within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of inspection, evaluation, maintenance, or servicing. (6) Holding tanks shall be abandoned in accordance with Wis. Admin. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 15 REVISED 08/2019 Code Ch. SPS 383.33 at the time the special event expires, use changes, the property is sold, or municipal sewer becomes available. (f) The property or structure served is located within a mapped active sanitary district or incorporated municipality where sewer has been installed but is not avialableavailable to specific properties or structures located within the district. (g) The installation and use of holding tanks as a private sewage system for commercial or industrial buildings may occur regardless of whether there is a suitable site that allows for the installation of a private sewage system that provides onsite treatment and disposal of domestic wastewater provided all the following requirements are met: (1) The holding tank installed to serve a commercial or industrial building may not exceed an Estimated Wastewater Flow (EWF) of one hundred (100) gallons per day. (2) In addition to complying with all applicable provisions of the Wisconsin Administrative Code, the influent flows to the holding tank(s) shall be metered in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.54(2)(d). The water meter shall include a remote reading device for each meter. The remote reader(s) shall be mounted in a conspicuous location on the exterior of the building(s) serviced by the holding tank(s) and shall have a numerical display of gallons. (3) If requested by County Staff, the County shall be provided wit hwith a monthly report of daily peak flows, and the water meter shall remain in place for the life of the building, or until such time as the building is connected to municipal/public sewer or a private sewage system that provides onsite treatment and disposal of domestic wastewater. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 13 REVISED 08/2019 Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (5) Holding tanks shall be abandoned in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. 83.33 at the time the lease expires, the property is sold, or municipal sewer becomes available. (6) Financial security for Removal. For each tank installed, a minimum $5,000 (five thousand dollar) bond, letter of credit, or other similarly approved financial guarantee shall be filed with the County at the time of permit application and shall be maintained until the lease of the property expires, property is sold, municipal sewer becomes available, or at a time that is mutually agreed to by the applicant or owner and the county. (f)(h) The property or structure served is located within a mapped active sanitary district or incorporated municipality where sewer has been installed but is not avialable to specific properties or structures located within the district. (2) HOLDING TANK AGREEMENT: Any property owner who applies for a sanitary permit for a holding tank(s) must first enter into a Holding Tank Agreement with the County. Holding Tank Agreements in effect within each town shall hereby be assigned to Winnebago County. A licensed staff member will sign the Holding Tank Agreement on behalf of the County. (1) The property owner shall enter into a Holding Tank Servicing Contract with a licensed pumper who shall be responsible for pumping out the holding tank(s) when required and disposing of the waste in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Chapter NR 113. (2) The property owner shall maintain the holding tank(s) so as to conform to all requirements of Wis. Adm. Code Chapter COMM 83 relating to holding tanks. (3) The property owner shall properly maintain the holding tank(s) by notifying the contracted licensed pumper to have the holding tank(s) pumped out when the tank(s) are full. Holding Tank(s) that serve a structure that has seasonal or intermittent use shall be pumped out when full but no less than once during each calendar year. (4) Where holding tank(s) are not properly maintained and are consequently causing a nuisance as described in Sec. 254.01(2) and 281.01(18) Wis. Stats., the County shall order the tank(s) to be maintained by a private contractor at the County's expense. The County shall then invoice the property owner for all such costs incurred. If the invoice is not paid within 30 days, the County shall place the amount on the tax roll as a special assessment against the property in question. (5) The Holding Tank Agreement shall be recorded in the Winnebago County Register of Deeds Office prior to issuance of a sanitary permit. (3) Holding Tank Servicing Contract: All owners of existing and future holding tank(s) shall enter intoenter into a Holding Tank Servicing Contract with a licensed pumper. (a) The property owner shall permit the pumper to have access and enter upon the property for the purpose of servicing the holding tank(s). (b) The property owner shall provide and maintain an all-weather access road no greater than 10 feet from the riser(s) of the holding tank(s) so that the pumper can service the holding tank(s) with the pumping equipment. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 14 REVISED 08/2019 (c) The Holding Tank Servicing Contract shall be filed in the Winnebago County Zoning Office prior to the issuance of a sanitary permit for a holding tank(s). (2) If the property owner decides to contract with a licensed pumper who is not named on the Holding tank Servicing Contract filed in the Winnebago County Zoning Office, a new Holding Tank Servicing Contract must be filed in the same office within 10 business days from the date of change. (4) Pumping Reports: Pumping reports shall be submitted for every existing and future holding tank(s) installed in Winnebago County. (a) Pumping reports shall be submitted to the Winnebago County Zoning Office on a semi- annual basis on forms provided by COMM which are available in The Winnebago County Zoning Office. (b) It shall be the responsibility of the licensed pumper to submit the pumping reports as required in the Holding Tank Agreement and Holding Tank Servicing Contract. (c) In the case of registration under s. 281.48(3), Stats. the owner shall submit the pumping report to the County. (d) The following information shall be included on the pumping report: (1) The name and address of the person responsible for servicing the holding tank(s). (2) The name of the owner of the property where the holding tank(s) are located. (3) The location of the property on which the holding tank(s) is installed. (4) The sanitary permit number issued for the holding tank(s). (5) The dates on which the holding tank(s) were serviced. (6) The volumes in gallons of the contents pumped from the holding tank(s) for each servicing. (7) The disposal sites to which the contents form the holding tank(s) were delivered. (8) The tax parcel number of the property on which the holding tank(s) are located. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 15 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 16 REVISED 08/2019 16.04 16.06 PUBLIC SEWER (1) CONNECTION REQUIREMENTS (1)(a) When public sewers approved by the Department of Natural Resources become available to the premises served, the use of the POWTS shall be discontinued within that period of time required by order, but not to exceed one year from date of order. (a)(b) Upon connection to public sewer all abandoned treatment tanks, holding tanks, and seepage pits shall be abandoned per Section 16.04(2) & Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.All abandoned treatment tanks and seepage pits shall have the contents pumped out by a licensed pumper upon connection to public sewer and disposed of in accordance with Wis. Adm. Code Chapter NR 113. All abandoned seepage pits, septic tanks, holding tanks and pump chambers shall be removed or the covers removed upon connection to public sewer and the remaining excavation shall be immediately filled with a suitable soil material, rendering the POWTS inoperable. Winnebago County does not require a permit for this activity. (2) SANITARY PERMIT LIMITATIONS (2) (a) Where property is located within an Urban Designated NR-121 Sewer Service Area and Sanitaryand Sanitary District, no county permit for a POWTS shall be issued unless one of the conditions specified in (b) or (c) of this section are applicable. All other development within these areas shall be by public sewer only. (b) Where property is within a sanitary district and the district is physically unable to provide sewer to the property, and a county permit for a POWTS may be issued provided that the property owner, in conjunction with the Sanitary District, prepares and records with the Register of Deeds, an agreement to connect to the Sanitary District when so determined by the District. (c) Where property is not within a sanitary district, evidence must exist that the nearest sanitary district(s) cannot provide public sewer in a cost effectivecost-effective manner at this time. The property owner shall prepare and record with the Register of Deeds, an agreement toagreement to connect to public sewer when so determined by the nearest sanitary district(s). For purposes of this subsection (c) “cost-effective” shall be defined as a systematic comparison of alternative means for providing wastewater treatment that will total resource costs. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 17 REVISED 08/2019 16.05 16.07 PRIVIESNON-PLUMBING SANITATION SYSTEMS (1) GENERAL STANDARDSPrincipal Structures: (a) A sanitary permit is required under Section 16.03 for any installation, reconstruction, repair, alteration, repositioning, placement and/or use of any non-plumbing sanitation system, including but not limited to composting toilets, incinerating toilets, other State approved alternative toilets, vault privies, and portable restrooms.Privies shall be permitted only on properties that have a principal structure that has no plumbing installed on the premises. (b) Structures that have plumbing installed shall be provided with a code-compliant POWTS and any non-plumbing sanitation systemsthe privy shall be immediately abandoned upon installation of said system insystem in accordance with Sec. 16.046(2), (3) of this ordinance. (c) All Non-plumbing sanitation systems shall meet the requirements of Wi Admin Code SPS 391 Federal standards, and any other applicable technical standards such as those found in the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) & Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group). (d) A pit privy or any other type of non-plumbing sanitation system that utilizes in-situ soil or is not contained within a water-tight containment system is strictly prohibited. (b)(e) The use, placement, construction, reconstruction, repair, and/or alteration of a pit privy or non-plumbing sanitation system that utilizes in-situ soil or is not contained within a water-tight containment system is strictly prohibited. (2) ALLOWED LOCATIONS: The: The following are the only allowed locations for non- plumbing sanitation systems. (a) Properties that have a principal structure that have no plumbing or plumbing fixtures installed on the premises.Parks and Campgrounds: Privies shall be permitted in parks and campgrounds whether public or private. (b) Properties within a campground licensed by the State of Wisconsin Winnebago County Health Department, and if within a county zoned area, permitted by the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Department. (c) Properties located within a municipal/government operated park (Town, County, State) (2)(d) Properties used for temporary uses for public events which do not exceed ten (10) days in duration. (3) Privies ProhibitedPROHIBITED LOCATIONS: (3)(a) Non-plumbing sanitation systems located in any place not specified under 16.07(2) are prohibited. Existing privies located on properties that already have a principal structure with plumbing are prohibited. (a) All existing privies, as described in Sec. 16.07(3) of this ordinance, shall be Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 18 REVISED 08/2019 immediately abandoned in accordance with Sec. 16.06(2), (3) of this ordinance. (b) Portable Restrooms are prohibited except for parks and campgrounds as described in Section 16.07(2) and temporary uses for public events not to exceed ten (10) days in duration. (4) Permit Required: No privy of any kind may be constructed, erected, altered or moved unless the owner of the property possesses a valid sanitary permit issued by the County. (1) Minimum Standards: All privies shall conform to the minimum standards established in Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter COMM 91. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 19 REVISED 08/2019 16.08 PRIVATE ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM (POWTS) MAINTENANCE (1) REPORTING STANDARDS FOR SEPTIC SYSTEMS (a) All private sewage systems shall be managed and maintained in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383 & 384COMM 83 and 84 and this ordinance. (b) The licensed individual, as stated in Wis. Admin Code Ch. SPS 383.54, property owner shall report to the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Department each inspection, maintenance or servicing event, in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383COMM 83 and this ordinance. (c) All septic tanks, regardless of installation date, shall be visually inspected and pumped within three (3) years of the date of installation or, in the case of new construction, within 36 months of the date of occupancy, and at least once every three (3) years thereafter. (d) If, upon inspection by a licensed individual, as stated in Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.54COMM 83.54, it is determined that less than one-third (1/3) of the volume of a septic tank is occupied by sludge and scum, pumping and/or inspection may be deferred for one (1) year. (e) Pumping of a septic tank shall be done by a certified septage servicing operator in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. NR 113. (f) Visual inspection of a private sewage system may be conducted by a licensed individual as stated in Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.54COMM 83.54 to determine the condition of the tank and whether wastewater or effluent from the POWTS is ponding on the ground surface. (g) The licensed individual, as stated in Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.54, owner of such septic tank shall furnish the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Department, in a manner established by the Planning & Zoning withDepartment, with a copy of the inspection report verifying the condition of the tank, whether wastewater or effluent from the POWTS is ponding on the ground surface, and the date of pumping/ inspection within ten (10) days of the date of inspection and pumping. Reports shall include all information required in Wis. Admin. Code. Ch. SPS 383.55COMM 83.55, and shall be signed by the person(s) inspecting and pumping the private sewageprivate sewage system. Other maintenance or management reports required by Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383 or 384 COMM 83 or 84 shall should be included in this report if requested by County Staff. (2) REPORTING STANDARDS FOR HOLDING TANKS (a) Pumping reports shall be submitted to the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Office on an annual basis electronically. (b) The licensed individual, as stated in Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383.54, shall report to the Winnebago County Planning & Zoning Department each inspection, maintenance, or servicing event electronically, in accordance with Wis. Admin. Code Ch. SPS 383 and this ordinance. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 20 REVISED 08/2019 (c) In the case of registration under s. 281.48(3), Stats. the property owner shall submit the pumping report to the County. (d) It shall be the responsibility of the licensed pumper to submit the pumping reports, in the appropriate manner, as required in the Holding Tank Agreement and Holding Tank Servicing Contract. (3) REPORTING FORM REQUIREMENTS: The following information shall be included on all electronic pumping reports filed in the County's online reporting system: (a) The name and address of the person responsible for servicing the tank(s). (b) The name of the owner of the property where the tank(s) are located. (c) The location of the property on which the tank(s) is installed. (d) The sanitary permit number issued for the tank(s). (e) The dates on which the tank(s) were serviced. (f) The volumes in gallons of the contents pumped from the tank(s) for each servicing. (g) The disposal sites to which the contents frorm the tank(s) were delivered. (h) The tax parcel number of the property on which the tank(s) are located. (g)(i) Any other pertinent information deemed important by the licensed service provider or County, in order to prevent a health and safety hazard. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 21 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 22 REVISED 08/2019 16.06 16.09 FEESDISCHARGES PROHIBITED (1) GENERAL FEESPrivate On-Site Wastewater Treatment System: Fees for permits, applications, or reviews shall be as established from time to time by the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors. Upon adoption by the County Board, the current fee shall be maintained on the current fee schedule on file in the Planning & Zoning Department. (2) AFTER-THE-FACT FEES: Fees for all after-the-fact permits, applications, or reviews shall be doubled. (3) POWTS TAX ASSESSMENT FEES: In addition to the foregoing fees as allowed by Wis. Stats. 145.20(4), each owner of a Private On-site Wastewater Treatment System (POWTS) shall be charged an annual fee per POWTS as recommended by the Committee of Jurisdiction and approved by the County Board for the record keeping attributed to the inventory and tracking of the pumping and maintenance of each system, said fee to be recovered in the same manner as municipalities may make property assessments pursuant to Sec. 66.0703, Wis. Stats. (1) (a) Every POWTS shall be designed, located, and constructed to prevent any discharge of sewage or partially treated sewage into drain tiles, onto the ground surface, into the structure served, into the surface waters of the state, or into the groundwater of the state including zones of seasonal soil saturation. (2) Clear Water (a) The discharge of surface, rain, and other clear water (including sump-pump water) into a POWTS is prohibited. (3) Cesspools (a) The discharge of sewage or partially-treated sewage to a cesspool is prohibited. (4) Wash Water (a) The discharge of washwater to a road ditch, ground discharge, sump -pump hole, dry - well, cesspool, or any other place other than a septic tank or holding tank is prohibited. (5) Holding Tank and Septic Tank Waste (a) The discharge of sewage or partially -treated sewage from a septic tank or holding tank to the ground surface, road ditch, cesspool, dry -well, or any waters of the state by any means is prohibited. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 23 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 24 REVISED 08/2019 16.10 ENFORCEMENTVIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES (1) VIOLATIONS & PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES: The: The following consists of prohibited activities and/or violations of this ordinance and shall be subject to a penalty as described in 16.10(2): (a) The discharge of surface, rain, and other clear water (including sump pump water) into a POWTS is prohibited. (b) The discharge of sewage (wastewater – graywater/blackwater) or partially treated sewage from any plumbing, habitable or occupied areas, recreational vehicles or travel trailers, or a septic tank or holding tank to the ground surface, road ditch, cesspool, dry-well, sump pump hole, Waters of the State by any means, or any place other than to a legally placed septic tank or holding tank is prohibited. (c) Installation, reconnection, or repair of a private onsite wastewater treatment system or non- plumbing sanitation system without an approved sanitary permit as described in Section 16.03, 16.04, 16.05 or 16.07 of this ordinance. (a)(d) Installation, reconnection, or repair of a private onsite wastewater treatment system by an unlicensed individual, company, or entity. Only a master plumber or master plumber -restricted service may install, reconnect or repair a private onsite wastewater treatment system. (e) The failure of a private onsite wastewater treatment system (POWTS) or non-plumbing sanitation system. For the purposes of this Ordinance failure shall be defined as the following: 1) The discharge of sewage into surface water or groundwater. 2) The introduction of sewage into zones of saturation that adversely affects the operation of a private on-site wastewater treatment system. 3) The discharge of sewage to a drain tile or into zones of bedrock. 4) The discharge of sewage to the surface of the ground. 5) The failure to accept sewage discharges and back up of sewage into the structure served by the private on-site wastewater treatment system (f) Discharge of a recreational vehicle's transfer or storage tank ortank or plumbing to anywhere other than a county approved POWTS specifically designed to treat or hold the sewage generated from the recreational vehicle. (g) Human Habitation or occupancy of any place, building, or structure without a private onsite wastewater treatment system or allowed non-plumbing sanitation system. (h) The failure to properly maintain a POWTS/Holding Tank as required in Sections 16.05 & 16.08 Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 25 REVISED 08/2019 (i) Any other activity, use, or provision of this ordinance that has been explicitly prohibited or deemed a violation. (2) PENALTIES: Any: Any person who violates any provisions of this ordinance upon conviction of such violation, shall be subject to a penalty as provided below, and also Section 25.04 of the Winnebago County General Code. Winnebago County has adopted, pursuant to Sec. 66.113, Wisconsin Statutes, the citation system of enforcement of this ordinance, and the following schedule of cash deposits as provided below is hereby established:and/or is penalized in accordance with Sec. 16.10(1) of this Ordinance shall be held liable for compliance with this Ordinance. (a) Failure to file an inspection/pumping report after as required.notice of maintenance requirement as stated in Ch. 16.08 Winnebago County Sanitary Ordinance – $200.00 plus costs. (b) Failure to properly maintain holding tank(s) as determined by semi-annual and annual pumping reports - $500.00 plus costs. (c) Discharging the contents (sewage/wastewater – graywater/blackwater) of a septic tank or holding tank to the ground surface, road ditch, or any waters of the state - $200.00 plus costs.washwater to any location other than a septic tank or holding tank - $100.00 plus costs. (d) Discharging the contents of a septic tank or holding tank to the ground surface, road ditch, or any waters of the state – $200.00 plus costs. (e) All other violations of this Ordinance - $200.00 plus costs. (2) PENALTIESCOMPLIANCE: Any person who violates any provisions of this ordinance and/or is penalized in accordance with Sec. 16.10(1) of this ordinance shall be held liable for compliance with this ordinance. upon conviction of such violation, shall be subject to a penalty as provided below, and also Section 25.04 of the Winnebago County General Code. Winnebago County has adopted, pursuant to Sec. 66.113, Wisconsin Statutes, the citation system of enforcement of this ordinance, and the following schedule of cash deposits as provided below is hereby established: (3)(1) Any person who violates any provisions of this ordinance and/or is penalized in accordance with Sec. 16.10(1) of this Ordinance shall be held liable for compliance with this Ordinance. 16.11 APPEALS (1) GENERAL: In lieu of the procedures specified in Chapter 68, Wisconsin Statutes, and in accordance with Section 68.16, Wisconsin Statutes, appeals relating to the terms and provisions of this ordinance shall be submitted to the Winnebago County Board of Adjustment in accordance with provisions and procedures established in Chapter 23 Town/County Zoning Code of the Winnebago County General Code. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 26 REVISED 08/2019 PAGE WILL BE DELETED Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 27 REVISED 08/2019 16.11 16.12 DEFINITIONS (1) PURPOSE: Except: Except as specifically defined below, words and phrases used in this ordinance are to be interpreted as having the same meaning as Common Law. Words in the present tense include the future, words in the singular include the plural, and words in the plural include the singular. The word "shall" is mandatory. Specific definitions for this ordinance are defined by the following: (2) Specific Definition (a) Area - The square feet of floor space within the outside line en of walls and includes the total of all space on all floors of a structure. It does not include porches, garages, or space in an unfinished attic, basement or cellar when said unfinished attic, basement or cellar space is used for storage of incidental uses. (b) Blackwater – means wastewater contaminated by human body waste, toilet paper and any other material intended to be deposited in a receptor designed to receive urine or feces. See also Wastewater, Sewage, and Graywater. (c) Certified Soil Tester - a licensed professional authorized by the State to analyze soil characteristics, specifically for determining site suitability for private onsite wastewater treatment systems (septic systems). They evaluate soil horizons, profiles, and morphology to ensure proper drainage and environmental compliance. (d) Cesspool - a covered excavation in the ground which receives wastewater, sewage or other organic wastes from a drainage system, and is so designed as to retain the organic matter and solids, permitting the liquids to seep into the soil cavities. (e) Clear Water - cooling water and condensate drainage from refrigeration compressors and air-conditioning equipment, water used for equipment chilling purposes, liquid having no impurities or where impurities have been reduced below a minimum concentration considered harmful, and cooled condensate from steam heating systems or other equipment. This term also includes sump water, potable water, and Waters of the State. (f) Commercial/Industrial Buildings - means any non-residential building used to conduct business, generate income, and/or provide public/civic services. The term does not include any residential buildings used for human habitation or buildings such as residential sheds, garages, and the like. (g) Domestic Wastewater - means the type of wastewater, not including storm water, normally discharged from or similar to that discharged from plumbing fixtures, appliances and devices including, but not limited to sanitary, bath, laundry, dishwashing, garbage disposal and cleaning wastewaters. (h) Failing Private On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems - a POWTS which causes or results in any of the following conditions: (1) The discharge of sewage into surface water or groundwater. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 28 REVISED 08/2019 (2) The introduction of sewage into zones of saturation that adversely affects the operation of a private on-site wastewater treatment system. (3) The discharge of sewage to a drain tile or into zones of bedrock. (4) The failure to accept sewage discharges and back up of sewage into the structure served by the private on-site wastewater treatment system. (i) Field Verification - An evaluation of a soil profile conducted by a licensed staff member at a site that was tested by a certified soil tester, or an evaluation of aof a set of sanitary permit plans at a site when deemed questionable by county staff. (j) Flood Plain – as defined in WI Admin Code Chapter NR 116, means that land which has been or may be covered by flood water during the regional flood. The floodplain includes the floodway, floodfringe, shallow depth flooding, flood storage and coastal floodplain areas. (k) Graywater - Water which has been contaminated by soap, detergent, or any other cleaning agent. Typically generated from baths, sinks, washing machines, and dishwashers. See also Wastewater. (l) Holding Tank - An approved watertight receptacle for a collection and holding of sewage. (m) Human Habitation (Occupancy) - the act of occupying or dwelling in a place—such as a house, building, or structure, or recreational vehicle/travel trailer—on a permanent or temporary basis for living, sleeping, cooking, or eating purposes. (n) Licensed Pumper - A person or firm licensed by a State of Wisconsin to pump, haul and dispose of sewage and septage. (o) Licensed Staff Member - Any member of the Winnebago Planning & Zoning Department staff who is licensed by the State of Wisconsin as a Certified Soil Tester and/or POWTS Inspector, depending on the type of inspection. (p) Non-Domestic Wastewater - means any wastewater that is not domestic wastewater or storm water. (q) Non-plumbing Sanitation System – Systems as defined and approved in WI Admin. Code SPS 391 which include but not limited to composting toilets, incinerating toilets, other State approved water-tight alternative toilets, vault privies, and portable restrooms. (r) Plumbing - Any piping, fixtures, equipment, devices or appurtenances in connection with water supplies, water distribution and drainage systems, including hot water storage tanks, water softeners and water heaters connected with such water and drainage systems. (s) Pre-Treatment System – also known as Aerobic Treatment Units (ATUs) regulated under WI Admin. Code SPS 384, use oxygen-infused processes to enhance bacterial breakdown Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 29 REVISED 08/2019 of wastewater, often for challenging sites. These systems are required to comply with NSF Standard 40. They offer high-quality effluent, allowing for smaller drainfields or surface irrigation. (t) Principal Structure - The area enclosed by walls and a roof of which the principal use is human habitation and/or occupancy. (u) Privy(Privy (Pit) - A structure and form of non-plumbing sanitation system that is not connected to a plumbing system or fixtures which is open/exposed to the environment, not watertight, and used by person(s) for the deposition of human body wastes. (v) Privy (Vault) - A structure and form of non-plumbing sanitation system that is not connected to a plumbing system or fixtures which is permanently sealed, watertight and used by person(s) for the deposition of human body wastes. (w) Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (POWTS) - Means a holding tank, sewage treatment or disposal system serving a single structure with a septic tank and soil absorption field located on the same parcel as the structure. The term also means an alternative sewage system approved by the Department including a substitute for the septic tank or absorption field, a holding tank, a system serving more than one structure, or a system located on a different parcel than the structure being served. A private onsite wastewater treatment system may be owned by the property owner or by a special purpose district. For the purposes of this ordinance, the term shall also mean any State of Wisconsin approved system including, but not limited to: Holding Tank, Mound System, In-ground Conventional System (with or without lift), At-Grade System, or Other Pressurized System. (x) POWTS Inspector - a State-certified professional (specifically under Wisconsin Administrative Code SPS 305.68) authorized to evaluate, inspect, and enforce code compliance for Private Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems. They verify soil conditions, review system plans, inspect new installations, and check for system malfunctions to protect public health and groundwater. (y) POWTS Maintainer - a certified professional authorized by the State to evaluate, monitor, and maintain septic system components, such as pumps and filters, to ensure proper functioning. They are responsible for servicing systems, ensuring compliance with management plans, and submitting reports to local authorities. (z) Pump Chamber - A tank which receives septic tank effluent and discharges a specified volume by means of a pump to a soil absorption system. (aa) Recreation Vehicle - any vehicle that is designed to be towed upon a highway by a motor vehicle, that is equipped and used, or intended to be used, primarily for temporary or recreational human habitation. “Recreational vehicle” includes a camping trailer, 5th- wheel recreational vehicle, park model recreational vehicle, and travel trailer, as defined in State Code, and any makeshift wheeled vehicle/structure. (bb)Seasonal or Intermittent Use - The habitation of a structure for only a portion of a year Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 30 REVISED 08/2019 including without limitation, such things as summer homes, cottages, trailers and recreational vehicles. (cc) Septic Tank - A tank which receives and partially treats sewage through processes of sedimentation, oxygenation, flotation and bacterial action so as to separate solids from the liquid in the sewage and discharges the liquid to a soil absorption system. (dd) Sewage - The liquid- and water-carried wastes created in and to be conducted away from residences, industrial establishments and public buildings. (ee) Soil Absorption System - (also known as a drainfield or leach field) is a critical, final treatment and dispersal component of a POWTS that uses subsurface or elevated surface, gravel-filled or other State of Wisconsin approved material trenches or beds to distribute wastewater effluent into the soil. It filters, treats, and absorbs liquids, allowing micro- organisms in the soil to remove pathogens and contaminants before the water reaches groundwater. (ff) Soil Horizons - distinct, generally horizontal layers within a soil profile, differentiated by physical, chemical, and biological properties—such as color, texture, and structure—that vary with depth. They represent stages of soil development (pedogenesis) from parent material, typically designated by letters O, A, E, B, C, and R. (gg) Soil Profile - A vertical section of the soil extending through all its horizons and into the parent material. (hh)Suitable Soil Material - Any natural soil, sand, or gravel not containing any debris such as wood, plastic, metal, glass, paper, rubber, or any other similar materials. (ii) Udorthent - highly disturbed, man-made, or man-modified soils (Orthents) found in humid climates (Udic moisture regime) where the original soil horizons have been excavated, filled, or graded. They are common in urban or construction areas, featuring mixed fill material, low water capacity, and variable permeability. Described by the soil survey of Winnebago County as a soil that consists of 1 to 4 feet of fill material over poorly drained and very poorly drained soils. The fill material commonly is clay, silty clay, silty clay loam and clay loam. The fill material also includes sand or mostly non-soil material such as concrete, cinders, trash and spoil bank deposits adjacent to ditches and canals. These soils are saturated for long periods at depths of 1 to 5 feet and commonly at a depth of 1 to 3 feet. They are also subject to occasional flooding or ponding. (jj) Wastewater - water that has been negatively affected in quality by anthropogenic (human) influences, containing liquid and solid waste from domestic, industrial, or agricultural activities. It is characterized as used water containing dissolved or suspended contaminants, including pathogens, organic materials, inorganic compounds, nutrients, and heavy metals that require treatment before being released back into the environment. The term includes blackwater, graywater, and sewage. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 31 REVISED 08/2019 (kk) Waters of The State - Includes those portions of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior within the boundaries of Wisconsin, and all lakes, bays, flowages, rivers, streams, springs, ponds, wells, impounding reservoirs, marshes, watercourses, drainage systems, and other surface or groundwater, natural or artificial, public or private, within the state or its jurisdiction. (ll) Zone of Seasonal Saturation - The zone in which all soil pores are filled with water during some period of a year as determined by mottling or other redoximorphic features. (e) Cesspool - a covered excavation in the ground which receives sewage or other organic wastes from a drainage system, and so designed as to retain the organic matter and solids, permitting the liquids to seep into the soil cavities. (f) Clear Water - cooling water and condensate drainage from refrigeration compressors and air-conditioning equipment, water used for equipment chilling purposes, liquid having no impurities or where impurities have been reduced below a minimum concentration considered harmful, and cooled condensate from steam heating systems or other equipment. This term also includes sump water. (g) COMM - Department of Commerce. (h) Failing Private On-site Wastewater Treatment Systems - a POWTS which causes or results in any of the following conditions: (1) The failure to accept sewage discharges and back up of sewage into the structure served by the POWTS. (2) The discharge of sewage to the surface of the ground or to a drain tile. (3) The discharge of sewage to any waters of the state. (4) The introduction of sewage into zones of saturation which adversely affects the operation of a POWTS. (i) Field Verification - An evaluation of a soil profile conducted by a licensed staff member at a site that was tested by a certified soil tester. (j) Flood Plain - The land adjacent to a body of water which has been or may be hereafter covered by flood water. (k)(a) Area - The square feet of floor space within the outside lien of walls and includes the total of all space on all floors of a structure. It does not include porches, garages, or space in an unfinished attic, basement or cellar when said unfinished attic, basement or cellar space is used for storage of incidental uses. (l) Holding Tank - An approved watertight receptacle for a collection and holding of sewage. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 32 REVISED 08/2019 (m) Licensed Pumper - A person or firm licensed by a State of Wisconsin to pump, haul and dispose of sewage and septage. (n) Licensed Staff Member - Any member of the Winnebago County Zoning staff who is licensed by the State of Wisconsin as a Certified Soil Tester and/or POWTS Inspector, depending on the type of inspection. (o) Plumbing - Any piping, fixtures, equipment, devices or appurtenances in connection with water supplies, water distribution and drainage systems, including hot water storage tanks, water softeners and water heaters connected with such water and drainage systems. (p) Principal Structure - The area enclosed by walls and a roof of which the principal use is human habitation and/or occupancy. (q) Privy - A structure that is not connected to a plumbing system which is used by persons for a deposition of human body wastes. (r) Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (POWTS) - Means a sewage treatment or disposal system serving a single structure with a septic tank and soil absorption field located on the same parcel as the structure. The term also means an alternative sewage system approved by the Department including a substitute for the septic tank or absorption field, a holding tank, a system serving more than one structure or a system located on a different parcel than the structure. A private onsite wastewater treatment system may be owned by the property owner or by a special purpose district. (s) Pump Chamber - A tank which receives septic tank effluent and discharges a specified volume by means of a pump to a soil absorption system. (t) Seasonal or Intermittent Use - The habitation of a structure for only a portion of a year including without limitation, such things as summer homes, cottages, and trailers. (u) Septic Tank - A tank which receives and partially treats sewage through processes of sedimentation, oxygenation, flotation and bacterial action so as to separate solids from the liquid in the sewage and discharges the liquid to a soil absorption system. (v) Sewage - The liquid- and water-carried wastes created in and to be conducted away from residences, industrial establishments and public buildings. (w) Soil Profile - A vertical section of the soil extending through all its horizons and into the parent material. (x) Suitable Soil Material - Any natural soil, sand, or gravel not containing any debris such as wood, plastic, metal, glass, paper, rubber, or any other similar materials. (y) Udorthent - A soil type described by the soil survey of Winnebago County as a soil that consists of 1 to 4 feet of fill material over poorly drained and very poorly drained soils. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 33 REVISED 08/2019 The fill material commonly is clay, silty clay, silty clay loam and clay loam. The fill material also includes sand or mostly non-soil material such as concrete, cinders, trash and spoilbank deposits adjacent to ditches and canals. These soils are saturated for long periods at depths of 1 to 5 feet and commonly at a depth of 1 to 3 feet. They are also subject to occasional flooding or ponding. (z) Wash Water - Water which has been contaminated by soap, detergent, or any other cleaning agent. (aa) Waters of The State - Includes those portions of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior within the boundaries of Wisconsin, and all lakes, bays, rivers, streams, springs, ponds, wells, impounding reservoirs, marshes, watercourses, drainage systems, and other surface or groundwater, natural or artificial, public or private, within the state or its jurisdiction. (bb)Zone of Seasonal Saturation - The zone in which all soil pores are filled with water during some period of a year as determined by mottling. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 34 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 35 REVISED 08/2019 16.12 FEES (1) (a) Fees for permits, applications, or reviews shall be as established from time to time by the Winnebago County Board of Supervisors. Upon adoption by the County Board, the current fee shall be maintained on a current fee schedule in the Zoning Office. (b) Fees for all after-the-fact permits, applications, or reviews shall be doubled. (c) In addition to the foregoing fees as allowed by Wis. Stats. 145.20(4), each owner of a Private On-site Wastewater Treatment System (POWTS) shall annually be charged a fee of Five and 00/100 Dollars ($5.00) per POWTS for the record keeping attributed to the inventory and tracking of the pumping and maintenance of each system, said fee to be recovered in the same manner as municipalities may make property assessments pursuant to Sec 66.0703, Wis. Stats. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 36 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 37 REVISED 08/2019 16.13 APPEALS In lieu of the procedures specified in Chapter 68, Wisconsin Statutes, and in accordance with Section 68.16, Wisconsin Statutes, appeals relating to the terms and provisions of this Chapter and appeals concerning applications for the Wisconsin Fund shall be to the Winnebago County Board of Adjustment in accordance with provisions and procedures established in Section 17.32 of the General Code of Winnebago County (Winnebago County Town/County Zoning Ordinance). Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 38 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 39 REVISED 08/2019 16.14 EFFECTIVE DATE This Ordinance shall be effective on the date following publication thereof, except for Section 16.12, which shall be effective on July 1, 1992. Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 40 REVISED 08/2019 Page will be deleted Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 41 REVISED 08/2019 CHAPTER 16 HISTORY INDEX 16.01 thru 16.10 Ordinance adopted 08/19/80 Amended 05/19/92 16.01(1)(e) Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.01(1)(7) Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.01(8)(a) Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.02(2)(b) Amended 10/20/02 16.03(a) Amended 10/20/02 16.03(1)(c) Amended 10/20/02 16.03(1)(d) Amended 10/20/02 16.03(4) Ordinance created 03/19/97 16.03(5) Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.05(4) Created Ordinance adopted 12/16/80 16.05(1)(a)(b) Ordinance adopted 04/16/85 Amended 08/18/87 16.05(1)(e) Ordinance created 04/27/10 16.06(4) Ordinance created 10/20/02 Amended 01/20/04 16.07(3)(b) Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.07(5) Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.08 Ordinance recreated 09/18/07 16.10(1)(e) Deleted 10/20/02 16.10 Ordinance recreated 02/28/08 16.11 thru 16.13 Created 05/19/92 16.11(2)(n) Amended 10/20/02 16.12 Amended 10/1993 Amended 03/21/95 Amended 10/20/02 Ordinance recreated 09/18/07 16.13 Ordinance created 10/20/02 16.14 Ordinance recreated 10/20/02 Chapter 16 – Private On-Site Wastewater Treatment System REVISED 4/2010 42 REVISED 08/2019 CHAPTER 16 HISTORY INDEX 16.05(1)(e) Ordinance Created 04/2010 16.05(f) Ordinance Created 08/20/19