Tay Valley Township contracts its Sewage System Inspection, Permitting Program and Sewage System Re-Inspection Program to the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority, who operate the Mississippi-Rideau Septic Office.

The Mississippi-Rideau Septic Office is responsible for sewage system application evaluation and processing, site visits, permit issuance, follow-up, records management and reporting and public relations.

The Township also operates a Sewage System Re-Inspection Program. The program oversees the annual selection of approximately 100 properties for a non-intrusive, visual inspection. A report of any findings is prepared for the property owner along with reference material on proper system maintenance.

Any homeowner planning renovations should consult with the septic office to determine if there will be an increase in the household design flow. All septic system repairs and alterations require a permit through the Mississippi-Rideau Septic System Office (MRSSO). Illegal alterations and repairs can cause a serious public health risk. If suspected, these occurrences should be reported anonymously to the MRSSO.

Contact Information
The Septic Inspector for the Mississippi-Rideau Septic System Office is:
Eric Kohlsmith
Phone:   (613) 259-2421 ext. 256
Fax:        (613) 259-3468
Email:   ekohlsmith@mvca.on.ca

Forms & Fees (PDF)
Sewage system application forms are available at the Township Office, or by accessing the links below and mailing or dropping off your application at our office.
2011 MRSSO Sewage System Application
Application for Change of Use/Renovation (Part 10-11)
2011 MRSSO Effluent Filter Application
2011 MRSSO Tank Replacement Application
Septic Office Fee Schedule
Septic Maintenance Agreement
Inspection Request Form

Related Documents
Maintenance Agreement
Residential Design Flow
Water Softeners and Septics

Septic Re-Inspection Reports:
2010

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