Pine County amends septic rules to allow administrative variances in seasonal developments

Jul 21, 2026

The board adopted Ordinance 2026-28 to permit administrative variances to septic setback requirements in high-density seasonal recreational developments, including provisions for tanks beneath structures and a five-year inspection requirement for systems receiving variances. Commissioners expressed groundwater protection concerns prior to the 5-0 vote.

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The Pine County Board on July 21 adopted Pine County Ordinance 2026-28 amending the Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance to allow administrative variances for septic setback requirements in high-density seasonal recreational developments.

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