Inflow & Infiltration Inspection
Inflow & Infiltration Inspection Program
On March 15, 2022, City Council adopted an amendment to Chapter 44 "Utilities", Article III "Sewers", Division 4 "Inflow & Infiltration Inspection" Ordinance to prevent excess rainwater and groundwater from entering the sanitary sewer system, which could overload the wastewater treatment plant and cause sewer backups. The Ordinance requires that prior to selling or transferring title of any property (residential or commercial), it is connected to the sanitary sewer.
Point of Sale
- Insured contractor would televise the sanitary sewer lead to identify leaks, inspect the roof & foundation drains, inspect the sump pump system and provide findings to the city.
- All issues would need to be addressed before a Certificate of Compliance can be issued.
- I&I Inspection required prior to the sale of any apartment, condo, or townhome.
- Property owner needs to submit application to the city.
- The Certificate of Compliance will be good for ten (10) years.
- Property could be sold "as is" if the buyer commits to making repairs.
Rentals
- I&I Inspection required for all rentals during annual inspection.
- Insured contractor would televise the sanitary sewer lead to identify leaks, inspect the roof & foundation drains, inspect the sump pump system, and provide a report of findings to the city.
- All issues would need to be addressed before a Certificate of Compliance can be issued.
- The Certificate of Compliance will be good for ten (10) years.