ARTICLE XI EMERGENCY ACTIONS
A. Items in this section are to expedite corrective actions for existing situations that have failed. They are never to be used for new, nonexistent systems or as a means to circumvent the intent of this ordinance.
1. Expedited Septic System Repair or Replacement
Existing septic systems, that have failed, that can not meet present zoning requirements may be repaired or replaced upon receiving the written approval of the Chairman of the Board of Selectmen, the Chairman of the Planning Board, and the Chairman of the Zoning Board of Adjustment or their
designee(s). The Health Officer shall provide a recommended course of action to each of the Chairmen within three working days of receiving the application for t he system. The Chairmen shall submit their reply to the board of Selectmen within five days of receiving the Health Officer's recommendations. Upon receipt of the written approval the Selectmen, or their designee, shall expedite the issuance of a
building permit. If the location of the replacement system cannot practicably meet the requirements of this ordinance the permit may be issued without a variance. Should any of the Chairmen not approve of the repair or replacement, the applicant will have to proceed with the normal course of action as outlined in the zoning ordinance. This "emergency action" does not negate the need for the applicant to adhere to all applicable State of New Hampshire requirements. (3/94)
2. Replacement Well
The Selectmen, or their designee, after consultation with the Health Officer, may immediately issue a building permit to repair or replace a water source. If the location of a replacement well cannot practicably meet the requirements of this ordinance the permit may be issued without a variance. The Selectmen or their designee shall attempt to have the new well site come as close as possible to the ordinance requirements. (3/2000)
| 
