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Clear Creek commissioners back state septic-repair enterprise to help failing systems
Summary
The board voted to support House Bill 25-1120 to create a septic system replacement enterprise that would fund low-interest or zero-interest loans for failing systems using modest fees on new septic permits; commissioners said it would protect public health and small neighborhoods.
The Clear Creek County Board of County Commissioners voted Feb. 18 to support House Bill 25-1120, described in the meeting as the “septic system replacement enterprise” bill introduced by state Rep. Leslie Smith.
Commissioners said the proposal would levy a small fee (reported in the meeting as $1–$500 per new septic system, depending on language) on new septic-system permits to seed an enterprise that would provide low- or zero-interest loans to homeowners who need septic replacements. Commissioner comments noted that septic repairs can cost $20,000–$30,000 on average, that failing systems present public-health risks, and that Clear Creek County has many older and hard-to-access properties where replacement costs and logistics are higher.
The board moved, seconded and voted unanimously to support the bill. Commissioners discussed that the enterprise would start small but could grow as loans are repaid and the fund is replenished.
Ending: Staff will relay the board’s support to the bill sponsor and relevant lobbying partners.
