When is Title 5 Inspection required mandatory for inspections of septic systems or cesspools?

• Within 2 years before the sale of a home or transfer of title (different rules apply for “shared systems” and condominiums), or
• In certain inheritance situations; for example, when a child inherits a house from his or her parent; or
• In certain insolvency proceedings; for example, sometimes in bankruptcy, tax taking or foreclosure, or
• When the use of the home is changed; for example, from residential to commercial use, or
• When the footprint of the house is changed, or
• When the home is expanded and a building or occupancy permit is required: for example, a bedroom is added to your home.
• If weather prevents an inspection at sale or transfer, the inspection must occur as soon as weather permits, but no later than six (6) months after the sale or transfer.

Note: All septic systems and cesspools must meet the TITLE 5 requirements, but they must also comply with local board of health ordinances which can be more stringent than TITLE 5. Even if you sell or transfer title to your home..