FF: €12k septic tank bills on way

RURAL houseowners may face bills of up to €12,000 according to Fianna Fáil under proposed laws to improve standards of septic tanks.

FF: €12k septic tank bills on way

The Water Services Amendment Bill was published yesterday by Environment Minister Phil Hogan who said its purpose was to improve the quality of drinking water in rural areas.

Under the legislation, all septic tanks will be subject to an inspection and households will have to register them at a “modest fee” of €50, the minister said.

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