Septic or Cesspool Complaint

If an individual, on-site sewage disposal system, (septic or cesspool), is failing or not operating properly, the public may report the condition. The property owner is responsible for maintaining all building systems in good working condition.

Private, on-site sewage disposal systems are installed when a public sanitary or public combined sewer is not available.

Report a problem with a private, on-site sewage disposal system.

What Happens Next

The Department of Buildings issues violations when appropriate.