Published on October 03, 2024
Sump Pump Ordinance Amendment & Drain Tile Connection Permitting
The amendment to Maple Plain City Code Chapter 9, Article 5, introduces updated regulations regarding the connection of private sump pump lines to the City’s stormwater system. This amendment outlines several important changes aimed at improving clarity and enforcement:
- Installation Requirements: Property owners are now required to follow the City’s guidelines for sump pump line connections, ensuring proper installation. These guidelines may be updated in the future, and property owners are responsible for complying with all current regulations.
- Permitting and Fees: Property owners must obtain the necessary permits before beginning any work. In addition to permit fees, they are responsible for all costs associated with the installation, including restoring any streets or sidewalks that are impacted during the process.
- Inspection and Approval: All connections must be inspected and approved by the City or its designated representative before backfilling the work. Failure to have the connection inspected may result in the property owner having to uncover the work at their own expense.
- Drain Tile System Freezing Limitation: Clarifications have been made regarding the operation of the system during freezing months, with the expectation that the system may not always be fully operational during this period.
These changes aim to improve the proper installation and ongoing maintenance of private sump pump connections to protect the City’s infrastructure.
