Council’s Environmental Health Unit is carrying out inspections of domestic onsite wastewater (septic) systems as part of the Domestic Wastewater Management Plan (2022-2027).
The aim of conducting these proactive inspections of septic tanks and treatment plant systems is to gain more information about the type, age and health of wastewater systems installed across the council. We know that there are many aged systems, which Council do not have detailed histories for, and we want to ensure the systems are functioning as they should. This program will also support community members education and advice about maintenance of the systems.
It's important for both public health and the environment that domestic onsite wastewater systems are regularly maintained and serviced. Council suggests a pump-out of your wastewater tank if this has not been carried out in the past 5 years.
The first phase of the inspection program was carried out in Nelson in August - September 2023.
The second phase of the inspection program is scheduled to be carried out in Narrawong during August - September 2024.
Environmental Health Officers will knock on the door prior to carrying out the inspection.
Council will be sending out letters to properties which we have identified for the second phase of the inspection program for Narrawong. These properties include developed allotments with a 4,000sqm or smaller allotment and other public facilities within the township.
Please find further information below:
- Frequently Asked Questions(PDF, 168KB)
If you have any questions or queries, please contact Council’s Environmental Health Unit via email health@glenelg.vic.gov.au or phone 03 5522 2229.