Sanitary Sewer Exemption

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At Geo Costa Rica, we offer complete management for the sanitary sewer exemption process. We help obtain the necessary authorization to use septic tanks and individual drainage systems as an alternative to traditional sewer systems, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and protecting water resources.

What Is a Sanitary Sewer Exemption?

A sanitary sewer exemption allows projects in specific areas to be authorized to use alternative wastewater treatment systems, such as septic tanks and individual drains, instead of building traditional sewer systems. This option is viable when pollutants can naturally degrade before reaching aquifers or nearby water bodies.

Process for Exemption

Contaminant Transport Study: We assess the risk of groundwater contamination by evaluating the travel time of pollutants through the soil.
Infiltration and Porosity Tests: We conduct permeability and porosity tests to determine whether pollutants will adequately degrade before reaching the aquifers.
Hydrogeological Study: We perform a detailed analysis of groundwater behavior in the area, using hydrogeological profiles and geological mapping.

Benefits of the Exemption

If studies show that contaminants will degrade without affecting aquifers or nearby water bodies, the project may qualify for a sanitary sewer exemption. This enables the use of more economical and sustainable solutions, such as septic tanks and individual drainage systems, as long as no negative environmental impact is generated.

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