§ 336-12. Use of septic tanks, cesspools and seepage pits.

Each septic tank, cesspool and/or seepage pit on a property connected to the public sewer system shall be deemed abandoned. Any abandoned septic tanks, cesspools and seepage pits used for the treatment of sewage shall be closed in accordance with the state and local provisions then in effect. The property owner shall apply to the Township Plumbing Inspector or his designee prior to deactivating the septic system and shall comply with all the requirements of that representative regarding inspection of this work being undertaken. The employees or agents of the Jackson Township MUA shall have the right to enter upon any premises connected to the public sewer system to examine any septic disposal system for the purpose of enforcing compliance with this provision.