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_ � �O� . O O ' � -- CITY of ORONO � .��: �t��- � � � 1,',� �� !S' Municipal Otfices � �� , ��, ti ,� ��: �`�°a�'.�G Street Address: MailinQ Addross: `�CEgg04' 2150 Kelley Parkway P.O. Box 66 Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323-0066 February 25, 2000 Mathew&Heidi Hoy 500 North Arm Drive Mound,Mn 55364 Dear Mr. & Mrs. Hoy: � The City of Orono implemented a septic system inspection program in 1978. City staff inspects all properties in Orono with a septic system once every two to three years. The inspection entails checlang the system for compliance with State and City codes. The inspection also includes exam;n;ng the septic tanks to deternune if a pumpout is needed. Finally,the inspector looks for any site limitations that would inhibit the septic system &om functioning properly. A report is then mailed to the homeowner explaining the condition of the system and if the septic tanks needed to be pumped. The report also includes information if the system needs repairs and the time frame for when the repairs need to be completed. In 1989, Minnesota passed a law that stated all new and existing septic systems must have a three foot vertical sepazation between the bottom of the drainfield and the seasonal watertable. This then forced City staff to conduct soil borings along with the other aspects of the inspection stated above. City Council then passed a resolution that those properties located with in the shoreland district would need to replace a non-compliant septic system within seven years. Those properties not within the shoreland district must replace a non- compliant septic system within ten yeazs. The septic system at the above described property has been deemed non-compliant by the City of Orono because it does not meet the three foot vertical sepazation requirement in the drainfield. The septic system must be replaced by December 31,2000. If you disagree with the inspection results,there is an appeals process. Enclosed is a list of State licensed � septic contractors and inspectors who work regulazly in Orono. You may contact an inspector on this list to independently inspect your septic system for compliance with State and City codes. If the septic system is found to be compliant and is issued a certificate of compliance,the system will not need to be replaced. If the system is issued a notice of non-compliance,the septic system will need to be replaced by December 31, 2000. ff tlus is the avenue you wish to pursue,please contact an inspector as soon as possible to set up a time for the inspection. City staff will not be on-site when the independent inspector conducts the inspection. � If there are any questions regazding this letter,feel free to contact me at the City Offices at 249-4600. R ctfull , � , I / �W Chris Pence On-Site Systems Manager Enclosure Telephone(612)249-4600 • Fax(612)249-4616