LAB-006: Revise septic plan to 1-bedroom and research owner-install options #531

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opened 2026-04-07 00:26:10 +00:00 by Timmy · 0 comments
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Scope

Downsize the approved septic plan from 3-4 bedroom to 1-bedroom, move driveway location on paper, and determine if an owner-installed system is legally permissible in Sullivan County. This is the gate to obtaining an occupancy permit.

Tasks

  • Locate original approved septic plan and building permit documents
  • Call Sullivan County Building/Health Department and ask:
    • Can I submit a revised septic plan myself, or is an engineer required?
    • Does Sullivan County allow owner-installed septic for a 1-bedroom dwelling?
    • What is the exact process and fee to revise an approved plan?
  • If engineer required, get quote for revised plan ($500-2500 expected)
  • If owner-install permitted, get materials list and cost estimate
  • Get 3 quotes: professional install, friend-with-excavator, materials-only
  • Submit revised plan to county

Acceptance Criteria

  • County confirms exact requirements and costs in writing or via clear phone summary (documented)
  • Revised 1-bedroom plan submitted OR engineer hired to produce one
  • At least 3 septic installation quotes received
  • Clear yes/no on whether owner-install is permitted
  • All call notes and quotes uploaded to this issue

Budget

$500-2500 for plan revision

## Scope Downsize the approved septic plan from 3-4 bedroom to 1-bedroom, move driveway location on paper, and determine if an owner-installed system is legally permissible in Sullivan County. This is the gate to obtaining an occupancy permit. ## Tasks - [ ] Locate original approved septic plan and building permit documents - [ ] Call Sullivan County Building/Health Department and ask: - Can I submit a revised septic plan myself, or is an engineer required? - Does Sullivan County allow owner-installed septic for a 1-bedroom dwelling? - What is the exact process and fee to revise an approved plan? - [ ] If engineer required, get quote for revised plan ($500-2500 expected) - [ ] If owner-install permitted, get materials list and cost estimate - [ ] Get 3 quotes: professional install, friend-with-excavator, materials-only - [ ] Submit revised plan to county ## Acceptance Criteria - [ ] County confirms exact requirements and costs in writing or via clear phone summary (documented) - [ ] Revised 1-bedroom plan submitted OR engineer hired to produce one - [ ] At least 3 septic installation quotes received - [ ] Clear yes/no on whether owner-install is permitted - [ ] All call notes and quotes uploaded to this issue ## Budget $500-2500 for plan revision
Rockachopa was assigned by Timmy 2026-04-07 00:26:10 +00:00
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Reference: Timmy_Foundation/timmy-home#531