Elbert County adopts updated on-site wastewater regulations effective June 15

May 13, 2026

The Board of County Commissioners voted May 13 to adopt state-updated on-site wastewater treatment regulations (OWTS) to meet a June 15 deadline, instituting requirements such as operations and maintenance contracts for higher-level systems and new safety and piping standards.

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The Elbert County Board of County Commissioners voted May 13 to adopt updated on-site wastewater treatment system regulations required by the state, with the new rules set to take effect June 15, 2026.

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