Va septic requirements

    • When might a septic or well inspection be required?

      One almost sure fire way for a Well Inspection to be required on a FHA Loan, is if the Well and Septic are less than 50'-0" apart as well as a special exception from FHA. Having said all this, regardless of whether or not a Well and/or Septic Inspection is requested by a Lender, if I were purchasing a property I would want one done.


    • Does VA require a septic inspection?

      However, the VA does not require septic inspections unless the VA’s appraiser recommends this on their appraisal. When does the VA require a water test? A water test is required every time a property with a private well or cistern is purchased or refinanced with a VA loan.


    • Do you need a septic inspection for a VA loan?

      Technically, the VA doesn't require a separate septic inspection. They do require the appraiser to evaluate the validity of the system, though, along with a few other important requirements. Keep reading to learn what the VA requires for septic systems. About Us Trending Popular Contact Does VA loans require a well and septic inspection?


    • How often should a septic system get an inspection?

      The United States Environmental Protection Agency suggests that “the average household septic system should be inspected at least every three years by a septic service professional.” Regular inspections can help to ensure that there are no unseen problems waiting to become larger, more costly repairs or even a complete septic system replacement.



    • [PDF File]Septic and Well Application - Virginia Department of Health

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      Sewage System Type of Approval: Applicants for new construction are advised to apply for a certification letter to determine if land is suitable for a sewage system and to apply for a construction permit (valid for 18 months) only when ready to build. Certification Letter Construction Permit Voluntary Upgrade Repair Permit


    • [PDF File]Chapter 12 Minimum Property Requirement Overview

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      VA Pamphlet 26-7, Revised Chapter 12: Minimum Property Requirements . 12-2. 1. Minimum Property Requirement Procedures, continued. a. MPRs, continued. Topic Topic Name See Page . 26 Roof Covering 12 -3 3 27 Attics 12 -3 4 28 Crawl Space 12 -3 5 29 Basements 12 -3 6 30 Swimming Pools 12 -3 7 31 Burglar Bars 12 -3 8 32 Lead-Based Paint 12 -39


    • [PDF File]UPDATED DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (VA) WATER/SEWER ...

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      For properties on individual water and/or sewer (septic) systems where well water or septic tests or certifications were required, the validity of those tests or certifications is 90 days unless the local health authority indicates otherwise.


    • [PDF File]State regulations goveming septic tank construction since ...

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      A properly designed and maintained tank should last for 50 years. Figure 1. The usual capacity of septic tanks is 750, 1,000, 1,200, or 1,500 gallons. The required septic tank size is determined by the number of bedrooms in the home, with an estimated 150 gallons of wastewater generated each day for each bedroom.


    • [PDF File]Veterans Benefits Administration Circular 26-15-21 Department ...

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      1000 gallons per day that are exempt from the license requirements for professional engineers under §§ 54.1-402A.11. A. Type I. A Type I sewage disposal system is an individual sewage disposal system incorporating a septic tank and subsurface soil absorption (septic tank-subsurface drainfield) serving a single residence.


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