How far from the septic field for an outbuilding?
 

Hi !

I need to construct a shop outbuilding behind the main cottage, and I can't seem to find any information about how far such a structure has to be from the septic system leach field.

Any ideas about this and/or pointers to where I might find the information?

I'm looking at building a 14 x 20 building with a Gambrel roof to allow for some 2nd story space as well.

Any feedback or ideas would be greatly appreciated!

This is on Rattlesnake Island

Thanks and Regards,

Steve

This was a number of years ago but when I put my septic in there was no restrictions on buildings with no foundation but there was a requirement that any foundation couldn't be within 75 feet of septic. My camp is on piers so no problem there unless I want to put in a cellar some day.

Thanks for the info !

I talked with the Building Inspector the other day, and forgot to ask about the leach field setback. I'll certainly make sure I find out when I bring my plans in! Don't want to get everything built and have a problem :rolleye2:

Thanks and Regards,

Steve