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ORDINANCE NO.2657
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 13.05 OF THE MOSES LAKE MUNICIPAL
CODE ENTITLED "WASTEWATER REGULATIONS"
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MOSES LAKE,WASHINGTON ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1.Chapter 13.05 of the Moses Lake Municipal Code entitled "Wastewater Regulations"is amended
as follows:
13.05.060 Private Wastewater Systems:
A.Septic tanks and alternative onsite disposal systems are prohibited for new subdivisions,
except in heavy industrial zones where sewer treatmentsystems and onsite disposal systems
may be allowed by City Council.
B.Wastewater systems including mains,manholes,liftstations and their appurtenances located
in private streets,binding site plans and on private property shall be privately owned.
C.The construction plans for the installation of privately owned wastewater systems that
discharge to the POTW shall be in compliance with the requirements of the Street and Utility
Construction Standards,and shall be approved by the Municipal Services Director prior to
construction.Furthermore,the Municipal Services Director will observe the installation of the
wastewater system.The engineer of record shall inspect and direct the contractor to assure
that the installation complies with the approved plans and specifications.
D.Before privately owned metered sewer mains and service lines connect to the POTW,a
perpetual access easement,access easement dedication on a plat,or other legal device
approved by the City Attorney is required to be accepted by City Council to allow City staff to
access the meters and electronic reading devices.
Section 2.This ordinance shall take effect and be in force five (5)days after its passage and publication of
its summary as provided by law.
Adopted by the City Council and signed by its Mayor on October 9,2012.
ATTEST:
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W.Robert Taylor,F/nance Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM:.
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