Seeking views on changing how we regulate small domestic sewage discharges from septic tanks and small sewage treatment plants in England.
We want to know what you think about our proposals for a new approach to regulating discharges from septic tanks or small sewage treatment plants.
We are proposing a simpler and more risk-based approach to controlling these types of discharges in England.
The proposals would remove administrative burdens on over 400,000 rural households and businesses who have septic tanks or small sewage treatment plants whilst keeping the necessary controls to prevent pollution, protect public health, improve drinking water supplies and protect sensitive habitats.
13 May 2014: The original email address for queries and responses to this consultation is no longer working. Please use SSDs_Reform@Defra.gsi.gov.uk for any further queries or responses.