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12VAC35-105-300: Sewer and water inspections
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 12. Health
- Agency 35. Department of Behavioral Health And Developmental Services
- Chapter 105. Rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
- Part III. Administrative Services
- Article 2. Physical Environment
A. Service locations shall be on a public water and sewage system or on a nonpublic water and sewage system. Prior to a location being licensed, the provider shall obtain the report from the building inspector pertaining to the septic system and its capacity. Nonpublic water and sewer systems shall be maintained in good working order and in compliance with local and state laws. Providers of sponsored residential home services shall certify that their sponsored residential homes comply with this section.
B. Service locations that are not on a public water system shall have a water sample tested prior to being licensed and annually by an accredited, independent laboratory for the absence of coliform. The water sample shall also be tested for lead or nitrates if recommended by the local health department. Documentation of the three most recent inspections shall be kept on file.
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