HomeMy WebLinkAbout05 - Comp Plan_Utilities Element Sanitary Sewer_Tab 06_01/14/2010 VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
UTILITIES ELEMENT, SANITARY SEWER SUBELEMENT
Goal: 1.0.0 Ensure the provision of quality wastewater collection and
treatment systems.
Objective: 1.1.0 Support the development of, wastewater collection and treatment
systems that are cost - effective, consistent with the plans of the Loxahatchee River
District (LRD), and discourage the provision or extension of service in a manner that
encourages urban sprawl.
Policy: 1.1.1 The use of septic tanks in areas where sanitary sewer systems are
not available shall be governed by Environmental Control Rule I, chapter 31, Florida
Administrative Code and Chapter 17, Florida Administrative Code. Further, the Village
shall require that all new development and existing uses connect to and utilize the
central system in areas where sanitary sewer systems are available.
Policy: 1.1.2 The Village should consult with the Loxahatchee River District, the
Village's service provider, in determining the most effective and efficient wastewater
systems for use in Tequesta.
Policy: 1.1.3 The Village should continue to request that Loxahatchee River
District submit comments on proposed projects /developments regarding wastewater
system requirements prior to, or as a part of, the site plan review process.
Policy: 1.1.4 The Village should request Loxahatchee River District's approval,
or approval with conditions, of proposed projects /developments prior to the issuance of
building permits.
Policy: 1.1.5 The Village should request that Loxahatchee River District submit
evidence of acceptance of the wastewater system to serve proposed
projects /developments and evidence that contractual obligations placed on the
developer regarding the wastewater system are being met prior to issuance of
certificate of occupancy.
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Policy: 1.1.6 The use of existing properly constructed and functioning septic tank
systems within the Village is acceptable only in areas where sanitary sewer facilities are
not available; however, when analysis indicates that septic tank systems are adversely
impacting the environment according to State Water Quality Standards for surface
water, groundwater and bathing places and that public health standards are
endangered, septic tank systems causing the situation will be repaired or replaced.
Policy: 1.1.7 When a central sanitary sewer system becomes available to
currently unsewered areas hook -up to the central system shall be required.
Objective: 1.2.0 Annually participate in the Loxahatchee River District's facilities
planning effort.
Policy: 1.2.1 Annually, at the time of the Village budget process, request a
written assessment by LRD of wastewater facilities serving Tequesta, including a
statement of deficiencies and required improvements, costs of improvements and a
schedule for implementation.
Policy: 1.2.2 The Village should encourage and support local membership on the
LRD board by concerned and qualified residents of Tequesta and /or the District.
Objective: 1.3.0 Coordinate with developers to ensure that wastewater collection
and treatment needs are met in the planning and phasing of development.
Policies: 1.3.1 The Village, in coordination with LRD and to the extent appropriate
and feasible, shall incorporate into local plans, codes and ordinances various land use
and wastewater systems design and construction criteria that will minimize point and
non -point discharges into surface waters in accordance with its National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System Permit.
Policy: 1.3.2 The Village should encourage preliminary meetings with developers
prior to the initial stages of site plan preparation and review to alert developers to the
requirements and standards set forth in local codes and ordinances relating to
wastewater systems.
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Policy: 1.3.3 LRD shall be included in the pre - application meeting to make
appropriate comment on specific wastewater systems needs and requirements.
Policy: 1.3.4 The Village Level of Service Standards for central wastewater
service is 108 gallons per capita per day.
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