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Virginia Administrative Code
Title 12. Health
Agency 5. Department of Health
Chapter 635. Rainwater Harvesting System Regulations
11/23/2024

12VAC5-635-370. Inspection reports.

A. For an inspection conducted for a rainwater harvesting system intended for Tier 2 or 3 end use, the operator shall document the observations and findings of the inspection and provide documentation to the department if requested by the department.

B. For an inspection conducted for a Tier 4 rainwater harvesting system, the operator shall file an inspection report with the local health department in the locality where the rainwater harvesting system is located. The report shall be filed no later than 45 calendar days following the date on which the inspection occurred and shall include the following minimum elements:

1. The name and certification number of the operator;

2. The date and time of the inspection;

3. The purpose of the inspection, such as required inspection, follow-up, or reportable incident;

4. A summary stating:

a. Whether the rainwater harvesting system is functioning as designed and in accordance with the performance requirements of this chapter;

b. Whether the operator believes the rainwater harvesting system will return to normal operation after providing maintenance; or

c. If the rainwater harvesting system is not functioning as designed or in accordance with the performance requirements of this chapter, (i) the actions required to return the rainwater harvesting system to normal operation, including provisions for a temporary alternate water supply, if applicable; and (ii) that the owner has been advised that failure to take action to return the system to normal operation represents a risk to public health and may subject the owner to enforcement action from the department;

5. Maintenance performed or adjustments made, including parts replaced;

6. The results of field measurements, water quality sampling, and observations;

7. The name of the laboratory that analyzed samples; and

8. A statement certifying the date the operator provided a written copy of the report to the owner.

C. If actions are required by the owner to return a Tier 4 rainwater harvesting system to normal operation or provide a temporary alternate water supply or the operator has identified that failure to repair the rainwater harvesting system may result in a hazard to public health or the environment, the operator shall file the report summary with the local health department within 24 hours of the inspection.

Statutory Authority

§§ 32.1-12 and 32.1-248.2 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 41, Issue 5, eff. November 20, 2024.

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