When does a building permit application require a septic system Health Approval?
A Health Approval is required from the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit if you are (1) constructing a new building, (2) adding a bedroom, sleeping cabin, or washroom, (3) increasing the number of fixture units (sink, toilet, bathtub, shower, laundry, dishwasher, etc.), or (4) increasing the total floor area of the building by 15 percent or more.