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Septic Regulations
Middlesex has no specific regulations concerning onsite sewage disposal systems, other than a requirement in the zoning regulations that a septic system cannot be located within 100 feet of a water supply or shoreline of any surface water. (This 100-foot distance might be reduced, however, if the Zoning Board of Adjustment grants a variance.)
Middlesex is affected by state law, however. A law passed in 2002 changes the way onsite sewage is regulated. New subdivisions and systems under repair will now have to meet state standards for the design of an on-site septic system. Most existing lots and all new lots will have to follow state standards for design, siting and construction of systems as of 2002. For information on the state standards, contact either the Permit Specialist or the Regional Engineer at the Agency of Natural Resources District Office in Barre, 802-476-0190
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