The County of Sonoma is updating regulations for septic systems in order to meet state mandates that protect water quality and public health. Permit Sonoma invites the public to attend upcoming community meetings to share feedback on the proposed Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) Manual.
“We welcome community input as the county revises its septic policies, which could impact many of our rural residents,” said 5th District Supervisor Lynda Hopkins. “We are exploring creative solutions and alternative technologies, along with permitting composting toilets at long last — which might help mitigate the stringent environmental regulations coming from our state regulators.”
The next meeting is on Wednesday, Oct. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Villa Chanticleer Annex, 900 Chanticleer Way, in Healdsburg.
The meeting will consist of a presentation on the county’s proposed septic system policies. There will be a question and answer session following the presentation, along with additional opportunities for attendees to share feedback. Members of the public who are not able to attend but would like to provide feedback are encouraged to watch the livestream of the workshop.
Community feedback on these proposed septic system regulations will inform the draft Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) Manual, which will be considered by the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors in November.
