Policies and Procedures For
Sewer Extensions
The following policies and procedures shall apply for the extension and connection of sewer systems within Hamburg Township.
Application shall be made on a form developed by the Hamburg Township Municipal Utilities Committee and approved by the Hamburg Township Board of Trustees. Click here for Application Form for Sewer Extension.
Fees shall be submitted in accordance with the approved Hamburg Township schedule of fees.
Upon receipt of a complete application and fees, the application shall be forwarded to the Township Engineer for an estimate of costs associated with the sewer extension. In review of the application, the Township Engineer shall take into consideration the following:
Application requirements:
- Scaled drawing showing the bearings and distances of property lines. In the case of platted lots, a copy of the existing lot layout shall be provided.
- A scaled plot plan showing the location of existing/proposed drive(s), utilities easements, building footprint(s), well location, existing utilities and significant natural features (wetlands, floodplain, drainage courses, streams and woodlands).
- Main extensions shall be to the extent necessary to service the primary facility requesting service. In the event that the service lateral is within 30 feet of an existing drive, the main shall be extended beyond the existing drive to avoid future disturbance to the drive. Extensions may continue through to adjoining parcels at the request of the applicant.
Exemptions :
Desired exemptions from this policy may be granted upon written request submitted, and just cause shown by property owner, along with a scaled site plan for review and recommendation by the Hamburg Township Municipal Utilities Committee and Township Board approval.
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