Public Works Committee reviews proposed updates to New Castle County sewer code to clarify lateral responsibilities and enforcement
County Public Works staff presented proposed amendments to Chapter 38 to prohibit shared laterals, clarify homeowner vs. county maintenance responsibilities, require licensed plumbing for lateral work, and raise enforcement tools and fines; council members asked for clarifications on legacy shared laterals and permitting.
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Dave Carter, co-chair of the New Castle County Public Works Committee, opened a presentation on proposed revisions to Chapter 38 of the county code that would clarify connections, maintenance and enforcement for the county’s sanitary sewer system. Jason Zurn of the Department of Public Works told the committee the comprehensive review updates outdated language, clarifies lateral maintenance responsibilities for residential customers and refines enforcement provisions.
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