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On-site sewerage facilities are used for the treatment of domestic sewage on premises in unsewered areas. This includes greywater treatment facilities. Recent changes to the Plumbers and Drainers Act 2002 has enabled the use of greywater in sewered areas. For home ownersTo install an on-site sewage treatment or greywater treatment facility (GTF) you must get approval from your local council. There are different types of on-site sewage and GFTs. When investigating different models check that the on-site facility has been given a Chief Executive Approval or its equivalent (Type Specification or Model Approval). If the facility does not have an approval it cannot be installed in Queensland. For manufacturersManufacturers of on-site sewage treatment facilities and GTFs must ensure their facilities are approved. Approvals for on-site sewage treatment facilities and GFTs to treat:
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| Last Updated ( Monday, 24 March 2008 ) |


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