Shared Wells

The following requirements must be met for a shared well: 

·   The well must be capable of providing a continuing supply of safe and potable water to each property simultaneously, so that each dwelling will be assured a sufficient quantity for all domestic purposes.

·   There must be a permanent easement which allows access for maintenance and repair.

·   There must be a well-sharing agreement which

-   makes reasonable and fair provisions for maintenance and repair of the system and the sharing of those costs

-   is binding on the signatory parties and their successors in title, and

-   is recorded in local deed records.

Springs or Cisterns

Springs or cisterns are permitted where such facilities are customary and the only feasible means of water supply, provided they are installed in accordance with the recommendations of the local health authority, and the veteran purchaser acknowledges in writing his/her awareness of the situation.

If the local health authority has no requirements, U.S. Public Health Service requirements apply.

Sewage Disposal System

An individual sewage disposal system must adequately dispose of all domestic wastes in a manner which will not create a nuisance, or in any way endanger the public health.

Pit Privies

Individual pit privies are permitted where such facilities are customary and are the only feasible means of waste disposal, provided they are installed in accordance with the recommendations of the local health authority. 

If the local health authority has no requirements, U.S. Public Health Service requirements apply.