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Septic-to-Sewer Connection Timeline

Summary

New code would require homes within 300 feet of a sewer line to connect within 90 days. Council flagged that repairs can run $5,000-$10,000 and questioned whether 90 days is enough — staff said the city manager could grant extensions and payment plans exist.

At a glance

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Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Homeowners could face $5,000-$10,000 connection costs, though payment plans up to 10 years exist.

✅Who benefits

Water quality and the public sewer system, per DEQ's push to decommission septic systems in sewered areas.

⚠️Who could be affected

Homeowners still on septic, who face connection costs and a potentially tight 90-day window.

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