Cesspools/Septic Tanks: Q. Who pays for emptying our cesspool/septic tank?
A. The cost of emptying cesspools rests with the Houses Committee. When you think that a cesspool or septic tank is becoming full, please contact the Diocesan Office, who will arrange and pay the cost of an appropriate contractor to empty the unit as soon as possible. It is generally recommended that a septic tank/cesspool is emptied at least once every 12 months, although some units are capable of working well after that period. c. Gardens: i. Garden Sheds: Q. Am I provided with a garden shed? A. Unless the shed structure poses a health and safety danger or the house storage facilities are considered inadequate, we will not repair “old” sheds. However, we will remove them if desired from the parsonage grounds. We will not provide new sheds unless it is considered that there is a lack of adequate storage space within the house and its environs. ii. Garden Compost: Q. Am I allowed to construct a compost heap within the garden? A. Compost heaps are considered a necessary part of every da