Title 5 is Massachusetts code 310 CMR 15.000. It governs the regulation of wastewater disposal where municipal sewers do not exist. Simply stated, Title 5 regulates individual septic systems.

Every property serviced by a septic system in Massachusetts requires an inspection for the sale of the property. As always there are some exceptions to the codes. Properties sold among family members are excluded of this requirement.

This code sets the minimum standards by which septic systems in Massachusetts are designed, constructed, inspected and maintained. Individual towns may enhance the state minimum standards with regulations of their own; however, town regulations may not be less restrictive than the standards set by the state.

The Title 5 code plays an important part in maintaining the public health and protecting the environment. The code sets the standards by which wastewater is treated at the residential and commercial levels where municipal sewers do not exist. These standards protect individuals, wildlife and wetland areas, and groundwater from the hazards associated with wastewater. Click here for more information.

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