60% of septic tanks non-compliant with regulations

Figures released by Cork Co Council show that 60% of septic tanks inspected are non-compliant with new regulations — especially de-sludging by householders.

The non-compliance rate is slightly above the 53% national average, according to latest figures released by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Cork Co Council has to date carried out 99 inspections and it is expected 1,000 will have been carried out nationwide by the end of this month.