LAKEPORT >> Lake County Environmental Health has a new onsite wastewater treatment systems inspection program, called the Septic System Inspection Program, which is intended to speed up the septic permit process. The program will be covered by FEMA emergency funds.
Specific objectives of this new program are to evaluate the septic systems to minimize safety and public health risks to the community and environment. Suitability of the system to be placed back into use will be assessed. T
his program is a first assessment and does not include a septic permit or repairs.
Lake County Environmental Health is able to provide this program to property owners whose homes were damaged by the Valley Fire and have not already paid for inspections or had septic permits issued. To be eligible for this program your property must have been on a septic system.
Space in the program is limited, registration will be granted on a first come first served basis through June 1. Apply by filling out and returning a Right of Entry Permit.
To register for the Septic System Inspection Program, a Right of Entry Permit must be filled out and returned to Lake County Environmental Health either by fax to (707)263- 1681, or by email to LakeEH@lakecountyca.gov, or by mail or in person to 922 Bevins Court, Lakeport, CA 95453. Right of Entry Permits are also available online at the County’s website www.co.lake.ca.us or www.lakecountyrecovers.com.
Questions about the program or property qualifications can be directed to Environmental Health at (707)263-1164. We look forward to helping with your Valley Fire recovery and rebuild efforts.
