§ 700-220. COMMERCIAL INSTALLERS

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person to engage in the business of installing, modifying, and/or repairing on-site sewage systems in Sutter County unless that person possesses a California Contractor's license of type A, C-36, C-42, or B (a B license is allowed only if the contractor meets the conditions of Section 7057(b) of the California Business & Professions Code).

(b)

An owner of record may personally construct, install or repair a conventional on-site sewage system for his/her own single family residence, provided he/she constructs no more than one system in any one calendar year, and gains prior approval from the LA. An owner of record may not personally install a pressure distribution system or an alternative system unless he/she meets the requirements of Section 700-220-A.

(c)

It is recommended that each commercial installer actively engaged in the installation, repair, or modification of on-site sewage systems obtain a minimum of five hours of classroom (training) time per calendar year in subject matter directly related to on-site sewage treatment and disposal. The LA shall maintain records of continuing education by request provided that proof of attendance is submitted to the LA no later than 60 days after the attendance of the training session.

(d)

A commercial installer shall:

(1)

Follow the approved design;

(2)

Have the approved design and permit in his/her possession during installation;

(3)

Only install septic tanks, pump tanks, and holding tanks approved by the Department;

(4)

Maintain direct supervision and control of the OSS construction;

(5)

Install the OSS in accordance with Section 700-150 of this [Chapter] and Manual;

(6)

Leave the OSS uncovered until final inspection and approval by the LA; and

(7)

Cover the installation pursuant to the requirements of Section 700-150-L after the LA has given approval to cover.

(Ord. No. 1632, § 1, 3-28-2017)