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Board approves septic‑setback variance after after‑the‑fact deck complicates replacement
Summary
Stearns County approved a variance allowing a replacement septic tank and partially replaced drain field that would sit closer to a house/deck than current setbacks require, with staff noting the deck was built without a permit in 2004 and an after‑the‑fact construction permit will be required if the variance is approved.
The Stearns County Board of Adjustment voted to grant a variance that allows a new septic tank and associated components to be placed closer to a structure than current setback rules normally permit, resolving a compliance issue discovered as the property’s septic failed.
Staff explained the septic tank failed while the existing soil treatment area passed inspection; a licensed…
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