Cesspool, Septic Tank, Subsurface Disposal System — Construction Approval
San Diego Municipal Code § 44.0216
in effect§44.0216 Cesspool, Septic Tank, Subsurface Disposal System — Construction Approval
As soon as the septic tank, settling tank, cesspool or other subsurface sewage disposal unit or system is installed and ready to receive its cover, the person to whom the permit for such unit or system was issued shall notify the Health Department that such unit or system is ready for inspection. As soon thereafter as practical, the Director of Public Health shall make an inspection of the work. If the unit or system is approved, an inspection certificate shall be posted in a conspicuous place upon the property where the unit or system is located, which inspection certificate shall note the date and approval and the signature of the person making the inspection. No such installation shall be covered prior to its approval as herein required.
(Amended (formerly Sec. 44.0219; old Sec. 44.0216 now Sec. 44.0215) 1–23–1964 by O–8952 N.S.)
Source: City of San Diego Office of the City Clerk, San Diego Municipal Code and City Charter (docs.sandiego.gov PDFs)URL: https://docs.sandiego.gov/municode/MuniCodeChapter04/Ch04Art04Division02.pdf#page=4Fetched: 10/28/2026