How will the regulation impact the average householder?
Individuals will not notice any change immediately. Existing permits will continue to be in effect until significant changes in either the discharge level or the receiving environment necessitate an upgrading of the treatment. The long-term effect will be a cleaner environment, cleaner water and an increased level of confidence in infrastructure because of better safeguards. Eventually, British Columbians will notice a positive effect on water quality for both consumption and recreation use. This will also protect resources by protecting fish and fish habitat, resulting in sustained economic activity for the commercial and recreational fishing industry and tourism in general.
