As of mid 2005 the Provincial Government introduced new regulations for sewerage (septic) systems.   The onus is on the industry and the homeowner to ensure the systems are designed, installed and maintained properly.  For more information on septic systems, including the approval process, approved designers and installation companies and the care and maintenance of systems, please follow this link to the Interior Health website- Septic Systems page.

Septic System Care & Maintenance

It is recommended that every 3 to 5 years your septic tank should be pumped, and your entire septic system should be inspected by septic system professionals. Click here for more information on Septic System Maintenance.

Sewage Disposal and Commercial Dumping Rates

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Sewer Systems Bylaw No. 1171, 2006 prohibits the disposal of any sludge, deposit, or material contained in, or originating from, any septic tanks, portable holding tanks, or recreational vehicles into the regional sewer system. (View Consolidated Bylaw provided for convenience)

Waste from your septic tank is to be hauled away to the Septic Receiving facility located off Beaver Lake Road in Lake Country.   The commercial tipping fee (Bylaw No. 1250, 2008) for dumping effluent is currently $37.14 per cubic metre (2011) with annual 2% rate increases.   The biosolids is composted with wood wastes and used to create Ogogrow.   For more information on the production of Ogogrow or on where to purchase it, click here.