PERMITTING PROCEDURES
Step 1: Meeting with the Inspector
It is recommended that prior to filling out any paperwork the property owner schedule a
meeting with the Sewer District Inspector to review the initial plan regarding how the
connection is to be made. The Sewer District feels that this informational meeting would be
beneficial to the property owner.
Step 2: Filing the Application
Prior to receiving a permit to connect to the central sewer main, the property owner
must first submit a completed application form that will be reviewed by the District staff prior to
the permit being issued. Instructions for filling out the application are as follows:
Property Owner’s Information
The Property Owner must fill out the application with his/her name, mailing address,
911 address of property in question if different from mailing address, and telephone
number.
Location of Property
Name of subdivision, lot number, and block number, if applicable. If not located in
subdivision, please give legal description of the property as stated on the personal
property tax statement.
Proof of Ownership
A copy of your Warranty Deed for the property or real estate tax statement must
accompany application for permit. This is for the purpose of verifying ownership of
property.
Type of Structure – Residential and/or Commercial
Example of commercial uses: Restaurants, resorts, and other general commercial
uses.
Size of Structure:
Residential: 1,500 square feet or 14’ x 80’ manufactured home
Commercial: 1,500 square feet
If proposed structure is to be a resort or hotel, indicate the number of units.
If proposed structure is to be a restaurant, indicate the number of seats.
For structures that are to be used for commercial purposes please state the number of
employees.
Utilities
Please check the appropriate box for the electric company and water supply services.
Security Deposit
A security deposit will be required prior to the permit being issued for proposed
connection.
Residential Security Deposit: Fifty dollars ($50.00)
Commercial Security Deposit: One hundred dollars ($100.00)
Security deposits will remain on file with the Sewer District office until the account is
terminated due to property transfer or at such time services are discontinued to
respective customer. Interest will not be paid on security deposit refunds.
Contractor or Plumber
List the name and telephone number of the contractor or plumber scheduled to perform
the connection from the structure to the grinder pump or gravity sewer stub out.
Homeowner my use any contractor of their choice to make the connection from the
grinder pump or gravity system; however, it is recommended that the homeowner
request bids from at least three (3) contractors to ensure competitive rates.
For new construction connecting to the District’s sewer main, the contractor or
plumber must have on file with the Sewer District office proof of liability insurance or a
general liability bond in the amount of $5,000. This is required by the Sewer District to
cover any damages that may occur to the District’s collection system.
The property owner may choose to perform the connection work himself/herself;
however, the owner will be held responsible for any damages that may occur to the
District’s collection system.
Taney County Regional Sewer District
The Taney County Regional Sewer District will not assume responsibility and/or liability
for falsified applications. If a permit was issued based upon an application submitted
containing false information, the permit will be immediately revoked.
Signature Block:
The legal property owner must sign application at the time the application is filed
with the District staff. The District will allow an individual who has a recorded Power of
Attorney to sign on behalf of the property owner.
For Office Use Only
Do not complete this box; the appropriate Sewer District staff member will complete
information.
