Septic Tank Information

EPA will publish the national inspection plan shortly.

The Regulations

Owners of domestic waste-water treatments systems need to:

1. Know where their septic tank is located.
2. Operate and maintain the system so it is fit for purpose and fully operational.
3. The system can not pollute the environment by discharging/leaking waste anywhere it is not suppose to ie. Into the ground or any water source.
4. Roof water or surface water run-off can not enter a domestic waste water treatment system.
5. The system should be de-sludge at intervals appropriate to the tank capacity and the number of persons resident in the premises connected to it or as recommended by the systems manufacturer.

There are three ways people can register their system:

1. Online at ProtectOurWater.ie,
2. By Post: Forms can be obtained in City/County Councils, libraries and Citizens Information Centres or by calling LoCall 1890-800 800 for information. Cheques made Payable: Protect Our Water and post to: Domestic Wastewater Systems Registration P.O Box 12204, D1
Local Authority Office (there is no administration fee)

Waste water systems that have not been registered by 1st February 2013 will also be subject to inspection.

Household Income Thresholds and Grant Rates for septic tanks grant scheme.

Household Income      % Costs available       Maximum Grant
€0 - €50,000                    80%                       €4,000
€50,001 - €75,000           50%                       €2,500

Grants Available for Septic Tank Upgrades - http://www.siteassessor.com/blog/grants-available-for-septic-tank-upgrades-196.html