If the HOMEOWNER has the knowledge,
skills, and equipment to do so AND:
- the
OSSF is for a single-family dwelling that you own,
- you
also own the property,
- no
part of the property will be developed for sale or lease,
- all
permitting, construction, and maintenance requirements of the permitting authority
are met,
- follow TCEQ rules and regulations for the system.
There may be some systems that a homeowner can't buy because
they must be installed by a factory representative. If anyone else assists during any phase of the OSSF installation (e.g., having
someone do backhoe work or trenching, etc.), the individual performing the work
must be a licensed installer of
the correct level.
IF MORE THAN ONE HOME IS INSTALLED ON THE TEN ACRE PROPERTY THIS IS CONSIDERED TO BE MULTIFAMILY PROPERTY AND THE TEN ACRE RULE NO LONGER APPLYS. THE PROPERTY OWNER MUST HAVE A PERMIT FROM HARRISON COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH FOR THE SYSTEM
The 10-acre rule for OSSFs only applies to single-family residences. Commercial properties or multi-family residences require a permit and must be installed by a licensed installer.