§ 70-51. Shallow wells.

(1)

Notwithstanding the provisions of this chapter, shallow wells with a depth of less than or equal to 50 feet shall be permitted within the town for such purposes and under such conditions as are set forth in this section.

(2)

Shallow wells permitted by this section shall be limited to outdoor use only, such as for landscaping and gardening. No shallow well shall be connected to plumbing facilities for the purposes of providing internal water supply or service to any structure situate on any property within the town. The water supply provided by shallow wells permitted hereunder shall not be used for drinking purposes. All fixtures connected to shallow wells shall be clearly and permanently marked "Water Unsafe for Drinking".

(3)

All shallow wells permitted by this section shall comply in all respects with the provisions of article V of this chapter as well as other applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

(4)

Prior to the installation and operation of any shallow well permitted by this section, the owner or occupant of the property to be served thereby, or such owner's agent, shall first obtain a shallow well permit from the town. To obtain a permit, such owner, occupant or agent shall file a completed permit application on forms provided by the town and shall pay a nonrefundable permit fee to the town in such amount as the town council may from time to time designate. The town manager shall have the authority to promulgate and revise such permit application forms from time to time as are necessary for the administration of this section. Within 30 days after receipt of a properly completed application and payment of the required fee, a shallow well permit shall be issued if the proposed well is found to otherwise comply with the requirements of this section.

(Ord. No. 20110210, 2-10-11)

(Ord. No. 20110210, 2-10-11)