For significant Drain and Sewer Services work in Roscommon, particularly involving new domestic wastewater treatment systems or major upgrades to septic tanks, planning permission from Roscommon County Council is often required. Homeowners must also ensure their existing septic tank or domestic wastewater treatment system is registered with the local authority, with a €50 fee, as failure to do so can incur fines.
As of January 2024, substantial grants are available to Roscommon homeowners for remediation, repair, or upgrading works, or even replacement, of septic tanks. These grants can cover 85% of approved costs, up to a maximum of €12,000. Eligibility generally involves:
- Being in a designated High Status Objective Catchment Area.
- Having an advisory notice after a local authority inspection.
It is important to remember that all work must comply with the EPA 2021 Code of Practice.