03/03/2022 BOARD OF HEALTH Minutes

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would be wrong not to consider the impact this regulation would have on disadvantaged citizens. As decision makers for the Town, residents are relying on you to enact local comprehensive plans that not only protect the environment and our natural resources, but strengthen the economy and foster prosperity across all social and economic classes. As you continue to discuss the proposed regulation to require I/A system, please consider the following: SUBSIDIES If funds are not allocated for I/A systems as a wastewater infrastructure investment then, at a minimum, funds should be allocated to offset any difference in the cost for residents to upgrade from a conventional system to an I/A system in the following situations: 1) At time of failure, where it is a primary residence and the property owner meets an income threshold. 2) At time of property transfer, where it is a primary residence and the property owner meets an income threshold (see exceptions below). 3) Where age is a factor and the primary residence is being sold to facilitate the transition to an assisted living or memory care facility. Additionally,when a passing Title 5 system is involuntarily replaced with an I/A system,the Town should pay any remaining balance owed to the County before a new loan is taken by the property owner under the Community Septic Loan Program. TEAR MDOWN REBUILD Immediate upgrade to an I/A system should be required. REPAIRS Tank and/or distribution box replacements should be allowed,with the requirement to upgrade to an I/A system within 15 years. ALTERATIONS& MODIFICATIONS I/A systems should be required only when there is an increase in flow,when a new office/den is proposed, or when finished space in a basement or over a garage is proposed. Permits to enclose a deck or to add a sunroom (both without privacy), add a bathroom, or to expand a living or dining room should not require upgrade to an I/A system. A Title 5 inspection is always required when a change in footprint is proposed,and will identify any failed system. Any property with a failed system would be subject to upgrade to an I/A immediately. PROPERTY TRANSFERS At time of property transfer, properties that have a passing Title 5 system should be treated as follows: • Tank and pit,or conventional system over 20 years old shall be upgraded to an I/A immediately. • System that is 11-15 years old shall be upgraded to an I/A system within 5 years of property transfer. • System that is 6-10 years old shall be upgraded to an I/A system within 10 years of property transfer.