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King County Board of Health adopts updated on‑site sewage rules after technical amendments
Summary
The Board of Health adopted amendments to on‑site sewage treatment and disposal rules (R&R BOH 24‑05) after public comment and staff briefings; the board passed two technical amendments and approved the final rule by roll call.
The King County Board of Health on Feb. 20 adopted revised rules and regulations governing on‑site sewage treatment and disposal systems (R&R BOH 24‑05), including technical corrections the department said fix formatting, restore an omitted definition and correct an erroneous setback distance.
The rule update, which staff and the board described as largely technical, follows a public hearing and an extensive public comment period. Public Health Seattle King County staff said the changes aim to meet new state requirements while reducing costs and simplifying permitting pathways that can act as barriers to compliance for property owners.
Board members and staff emphasized outreach and education for septic owners, and staff…
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