How long are my Certificates, Permits, and Tests, valid for?

• Title V Inspection - 3 years. You must have records to prove that your system was pumped annually since the inspection.
• Perc Test - No expiration date as long as area tested and surroundings have not been disturbed since the perc test. Contact the Board of Health office if you have any questions.
• Disposal Works Construction Permit - 3 years from date of approval.
• Certificate of Compliance - 2 years

More important information..

• Realtors and homeowners may not advertise more than the number of bedrooms that are stated in the Disposal Works Construction Permit.
• Hampden Board of Health will not approve a 2BR design w/o the deed restriction in its hands.
• New Construction: minimum of 1500 gallons for septic tank
• For homes with garbage disposal, minimum size of septic tank is 1500 gallons. It should also have 2 compartments.
• If a 2 BR home is designed for only 2 BR, the homeowner cannot add additional rooms by enlarging the septic system. Homeowner must check with the registry of deeds in Springfield.