Do I need to get Building regulation approval for connecting to the mains sewer and removing my old septic tank?
Yes, you would need to make a Building Regulations application, so your new drainage installation and the making safe of the old system and tank can be checked. You should also contact your local statutory undertaker (water board) for sewage, as they woul need you to make an application to them to connect to the sewer and the would also have to inspect the works to the main sewer. Q Do I need to get Building regulation approval for renewing my septic tank or providing a sewage package treatment plant in its’ place even although the situation is made better. Yes, you would need to make a Building Regulations application, so your new drainage installation and the making safe of the old system can be checked. You should also contact the Environment Agency as you may require consent to discharge.
