{"id":6823,"date":"2026-07-09T12:37:54","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T12:37:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/?page_id=6823"},"modified":"2026-07-14T12:05:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T12:05:12","slug":"septic-tank-registration","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/septic-tank-registration\/","title":{"rendered":"Septic Tank Registration Ireland | How to Register Your System"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"6823\" class=\"elementor elementor-6823\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff1188a e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ff1188a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63f6940 e-flex 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data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Septic Tank Registration in Ireland<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-441594d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"441594d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If your home in the Republic of Ireland is connected to a septic tank or another domestic wastewater treatment system, the system must be registered.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Registration is part of Ireland\u2019s domestic wastewater compliance system. It helps local authorities maintain a national record of domestic wastewater treatment systems and supports the inspection system used to identify systems that may pose a risk to public health, drinking water, groundwater, rivers, lakes, or coastal waters.<\/p><p>This page explains who must register, how to register, what the registration fee is, what happens after registration, and how registration links to inspections, grants, property sales, and ongoing maintenance.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c21eb89 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c21eb89\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2616f30 green-button elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"2616f30\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/contact-us\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Need Technical Advice About Your Existing System?<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7cb76db green-button elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"7cb76db\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.protectourwater.ie\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Register your system online<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95a112d e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"95a112d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-951c75b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"951c75b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f1390c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0f1390c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a3e42d6 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a3e42d6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c095899 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c095899\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd50e17 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"dd50e17\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Quick answer<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Households connected to domestic wastewater treatment systems in the Republic of Ireland must register their systems. This includes households connected to septic tanks and similar systems. Registration can be completed online through Protect Our Water, and the registration fee is \u20ac50. Failing to register is an offence, with a possible fine of up to \u20ac5,000 on conviction.<\/p><p>Registration is not the same as an inspection, and it does not prove that a system is working correctly. It confirms that the system is on the domestic wastewater treatment system register.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fb9f9e1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"fb9f9e1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-de21fea e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"de21fea\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e2885a5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"e2885a5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" id=\"roi\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d12b75 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2d12b75\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5f42f1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d5f42f1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What is septic tank registration?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8be1448 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8be1448\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Septic tank registration is the process of recording a domestic wastewater treatment system on the official register for domestic wastewater systems in the Republic of Ireland.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The Department of Housing states that households connected to domestic wastewater treatment systems must register their systems under the Domestic Waste Water Treatment Systems Registration Regulations 2012, as amended by the 2013 Regulations. This includes households connected to septic tanks and similar systems.<\/p><p>The system is registered through the Protect Our Water registration service. Protect Our Water states that the Water Services Act 2017 requires water services authorities to maintain a register of domestic wastewater treatment systems in their areas and that owners are required to make sure their systems are on the register.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-eb842db e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"eb842db\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-deccc49 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"deccc49\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Who must register a septic tank?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-08669ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"08669ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">All owners of premises connected to domestic wastewater treatment systems must register their system. Protect Our Water states that there are no exemptions and that owners of rented properties must also register, including private landlords, local authorities, and employers who provide living accommodation to employees.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c9dfb74 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"c9dfb74\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-registration-applies-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-applies-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-applies-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-applies-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0 0 22px;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-applies-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-applies-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-owner-note {\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 20px 22px;\r\n    border-left: 4px solid #1f5f43;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #f4f8f5;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-owner-note strong {\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-registration-applies-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-registration-owner-note {\r\n      padding: 18px;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-registration-applies-wrap\">\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-registration-applies-intro\">\r\n    This means registration may apply to:\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-registration-applies-list\">\r\n    <li>Owner-occupied rural homes<\/li>\r\n    <li>Rented homes<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Houses with a septic tank<\/li>\r\n    <li>Houses with a packaged domestic wastewater treatment system<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Houses with a domestic treatment plant and polishing filter<\/li>\r\n    <li>Domestic wastewater systems serving a house where the property is not connected to the public sewer<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-registration-owner-note\">\r\n    <strong>Owner responsibility:<\/strong> the duty sits with the owner of the premises,\r\n    not the tenant.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-594b836 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"594b836\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c63bbf2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c63bbf2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Is this page for the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ce1ea34 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ce1ea34\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This page is for the <strong>Republic of Ireland<\/strong>.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Northern Ireland uses a different system. Private sewage treatment systems in Northern Ireland are regulated through NIEA consent to discharge rather than the Republic of Ireland septic tank registration route.<\/p><p>For Northern Ireland requirements, see our <a href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/northern-ireland\/consent-to-discharge\/\">Consent to Discharge<\/a> in Northern Ireland guide.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d52a9f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4d52a9f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-74b271e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"74b271e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How much does septic tank registration cost?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fe149ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fe149ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The registration fee is <strong>\u20ac50<\/strong>. The Department of Housing states that households can register and pay online by credit or debit card through Protect Our Water, or register in person at their local authority office.<\/p><p>The fee covers the cost of administering the register and managing inspections carried out under the Water Services legislation.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c77bc53 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c77bc53\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e276744 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"e276744\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How to register a septic tank in Ireland<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9ae12e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"9ae12e7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-registration-steps-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-steps-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 22px;\r\n    padding: 22px 24px;\r\n    border-left: 4px solid #1f5f43;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #f4f8f5;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-steps-grid {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 20px;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-step-card {\r\n    padding: 24px 24px 22px;\r\n    border: 1px solid #1f5f43;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #ffffff;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-step-number {\r\n    display: inline-flex;\r\n    align-items: center;\r\n    justify-content: center;\r\n    width: 34px;\r\n    height: 34px;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    border-radius: 50%;\r\n    background: #1f5f43;\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-step-card h3 {\r\n    margin: 0 0 12px;\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1.35;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-step-card p {\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-checklist {\r\n    margin: 14px 0 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-checklist li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.55;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-checklist li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 8px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-cta {\r\n    padding: 24px;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #1f5f43;\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    text-align: center;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-cta p {\r\n    max-width: 660px;\r\n    margin: 0 auto 18px;\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-cta a {\r\n    display: inline-block;\r\n    min-width: 190px;\r\n    padding: 12px 18px;\r\n    border: 1px solid #88E044;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #88E044 !important;\r\n    color: #10251b !important;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    text-align: center;\r\n    text-decoration: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-cta a:hover,\r\n  .tricel-registration-cta a:focus {\r\n    background: #79c93d !important;\r\n    border-color: #79c93d;\r\n    color: #10251b !important;\r\n    text-decoration: none !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 760px) {\r\n    .tricel-registration-steps-grid {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 16px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-registration-intro,\r\n    .tricel-registration-step-card,\r\n    .tricel-registration-cta {\r\n      padding: 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-registration-cta a {\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-registration-steps-wrap\">\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-registration-intro\">\r\n    You can register a domestic wastewater treatment system online through Protect Our Water.\r\n    The Protect Our Water registration service states that new customers need the property\r\n    address, Eircode and payment details to create an account and register.\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-registration-steps-grid\">\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-registration-step-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-registration-step-number\">1<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Confirm the property is in the Republic of Ireland<\/h3>\r\n      <p>\r\n        The registration system applies to domestic wastewater treatment systems in the\r\n        Republic of Ireland. If the property is in Northern Ireland, check the NIEA consent\r\n        to discharge route instead.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-registration-step-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-registration-step-number\">2<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Gather the property details<\/h3>\r\n      <p>Before registering, gather the main property and ownership details.<\/p>\r\n\r\n      <ul class=\"tricel-registration-checklist\">\r\n        <li>Property address<\/li>\r\n        <li>Eircode<\/li>\r\n        <li>Owner details<\/li>\r\n        <li>Payment details<\/li>\r\n        <li>Any existing registration certificate, if available<\/li>\r\n        <li>Details of the domestic wastewater treatment system, where known<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-registration-step-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-registration-step-number\">3<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Register through Protect Our Water<\/h3>\r\n      <p>\r\n        The Department of Housing states that households can register and pay online by\r\n        creating an account on the Protect Our Water website. Registration forms are also\r\n        available from local authority offices, public libraries and Citizens Information Centres.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-registration-step-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-registration-step-number\">4<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Keep the registration certificate<\/h3>\r\n      <p>\r\n        After registration, keep a copy of the registration certificate with your property\r\n        records. This can be useful for inspection, grant queries, maintenance records, and\r\n        sale or transfer of the property.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-registration-cta\">\r\n    <p>\r\n      Register through the official Protect Our Water service and keep the certificate with\r\n      your property documents.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.protectourwater.ie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n      Register online\r\n    <\/a>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-175ddab e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"175ddab\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" id=\"ni\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-684fad1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"684fad1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Do you need to re-register every five years?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a99656 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1a99656\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">No. Protect Our Water states that the requirement to re-register every five years has been removed from the legislation and that an existing certificate remains valid.<\/p><p>If ownership changes, Protect Our Water states that changes of ownership must be sent in by letter or email.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70275a0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"70275a0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2981d62 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2981d62\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Do new systems have to be registered?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c36b1f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c36b1f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Yes. A domestic wastewater treatment system should be registered where the premises is connected to it. The Department of Housing states that households connected to domestic wastewater treatment systems are required to register their systems.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The 90-day registration point is referenced in official parliamentary records, which state that where a domestic wastewater treatment system is connected after the original registration deadline, the owner is obliged to register within 90 days of connection.<\/p><p>For new builds, registration should be treated as one part of the wider wastewater compliance route. A new system must also be suitable for the site, installed correctly, and operated and maintained properly.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d0346a0 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d0346a0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-86c6893 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"86c6893\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What does septic tank registration prove?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f1b293d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f1b293d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Registration proves that the domestic wastewater treatment system is on the register.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f21239f elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"f21239f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-registration-limits-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-limits-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-limits-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-limits-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0 0 22px;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-limits-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-limits-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-epa-note {\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 20px 22px;\r\n    border-left: 4px solid #1f5f43;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #f4f8f5;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-registration-epa-note strong {\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-registration-limits-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-registration-epa-note {\r\n      padding: 18px;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-registration-limits-wrap\">\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-registration-limits-intro\">\r\n    It does not prove that:\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-registration-limits-list\">\r\n    <li>The septic tank is correctly sized.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The percolation area is working.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The system is not leaking.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system has been properly installed.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The system has been desludged at the right intervals.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system will pass inspection.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The system meets the EPA Code of Practice.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system is suitable for a new extension, increased occupancy or change of use.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-registration-epa-note\">\r\n    <strong>EPA owner responsibilities:<\/strong> septic tank systems must be registered,\r\n    correctly maintained, emptied periodically, not pose a risk to health or the environment,\r\n    not release wastewater other than as designed or intended, and not allow roof water or\r\n    yard surface water into the tank.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9936393 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9936393\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f7d520 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3f7d520\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Registration and septic tank inspections<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-27e43cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"27e43cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Registration is linked to inspection, but it is not the same thing.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The EPA states that septic tank and domestic wastewater treatment system inspections are carried out by City and County Council staff who are trained and appointed by the EPA. Inspections are allocated under the National Inspection Plan and are focused on higher-risk areas, although inspections are carried out across the country. Homeowners receive at least 10 working days\u2019 notice before an inspection.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1514560 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"1514560\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-inspection-checks-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-inspection-checks-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-inspection-checks-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 16px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-inspection-checks-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-inspection-checks-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-inspection-checks-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-inspection-checks-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-inspection-checks-wrap\">\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-inspection-checks-intro\">\r\n    During an inspection, the local authority checks whether:\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-inspection-checks-list\">\r\n    <li>The system is registered with Protect Our Water.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system is leaking.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Wastewater is ponding on the surface.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system is piped directly to surface water.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Rainwater or yard surface water is entering the system.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system is being properly maintained.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The system is being emptied at appropriate intervals.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system affects human health or the environment.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b802a2f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b802a2f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If the system passes, the homeowner is informed in writing. If the system fails, an advisory notice is issued within 21 days. The advisory notice states the reasons for failure, the works needed, and the deadline for carrying out the works.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a9f735d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a9f735d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-376e9b2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"376e9b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Why registration matters for homeowners<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-86ffe7a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"86ffe7a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Registration matters because it is a legal requirement and because it connects the system to the national inspection and water protection framework.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The Department of Housing states that registration was introduced to address a European Court of Justice ruling against Ireland in October 2009 and to help protect ground and surface water quality, especially drinking water sources, from risks posed by faulty systems.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For homeowners, registration can also be relevant when:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2e77f78 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"2e77f78\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-certificate-uses-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-certificate-uses-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-certificate-uses-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-certificate-uses-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-certificate-uses-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-certificate-uses-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-certificate-uses-wrap\">\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-certificate-uses-list\">\r\n    <li>Selling a property<\/li>\r\n    <li>Applying for certain domestic wastewater grants<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Responding to local authority inspection requests<\/li>\r\n    <li>Keeping property compliance records<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Confirming that a system is part of the national register<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b9a890 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4b9a890\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d92199 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7d92199\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Registration and selling a property<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-63700e8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"63700e8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If you are <a href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/selling-a-property-with-a-septic-tank\/\">selling a property with a septic tank<\/a> or another domestic wastewater treatment system, keep the registration certificate with the sale documents.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Registration does not replace a physical check of the system. A buyer, solicitor, surveyor, or engineer may still ask about:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e4ed4bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e4ed4bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-sale-checklist-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sale-checklist-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sale-checklist-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sale-checklist-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sale-checklist-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-sale-checklist-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-sale-checklist-wrap\">\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-sale-checklist-list\">\r\n    <li>The system location<\/li>\r\n    <li>Whether the tank is within the site boundary<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The percolation area or polishing filter<\/li>\r\n    <li>Maintenance records<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Desludging receipts<\/li>\r\n    <li>Inspection notices<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Advisory notices<\/li>\r\n    <li>Visible signs of failure<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Whether the system suits the current property use<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b16bb8b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b16bb8b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If ownership changes, Protect Our Water states that changes of ownership must be sent in by letter or email.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b9737a7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"b9737a7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06c47dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"06c47dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Registration and grants<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45001bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"45001bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"grant-links-section\">\r\n  <p>\r\n   Registration<\/a>\r\n    can be relevant where repair, upgrade, remediation, or replacement works are needed.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <p>\r\n    The\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.ie\/en\/department-of-housing-local-government-and-heritage\/publications\/domestic-waste-water-treatment-systems-septic-tanks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n      Department of Housing\r\n    <\/a>\r\n    states that domestic wastewater treatment system grants are available to assist householders with the cost of works for remediation, repair, upgrade, or replacement of a domestic wastewater treatment system serving a house, where the relevant scheme criteria are met. The Department lists three grant schemes:\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/epa-inspection\/\">National Inspection Plan<\/a>,\r\n    Prioritised Areas for Action, and High Status Objective Catchment Areas.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.localgov.ie\/grants-and-funding\/domestic-waste-water-treatment-system-septic-tank-grant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n      LocalGov.ie\r\n    <\/a>\r\n    states that, for the Domestic Waste Water Treatment System grant, grants can cover 85% of the cost of the works required to fix the system, up to a maximum of \u20ac12,000. It also states that\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/desludging-process\/\">routine maintenance, servicing, or desludging<\/a>\r\n    costs do not qualify.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <p>\r\n    Grant applications are made through the relevant local authority.\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.ie\/en\/department-of-housing-local-government-and-heritage\/publications\/domestic-waste-water-treatment-systems-septic-tanks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n      The Department of Housing\r\n    <\/a>\r\n    states that grant schemes are administered by local authorities on behalf of the Department. Homeowners can also read Tricel\u2019s\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/septic-tank-grants-ireland\/\">septic tank grants in Ireland<\/a>\r\n    guide before contacting their local authority.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n.grant-links-section {\r\n  font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1.75;\r\n  color: #4f5a52;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.grant-links-section p {\r\n  margin: 0 0 16px;\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  line-height: 1.75;\r\n  font-weight: 400;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.grant-links-section a {\r\n  color: #2A5B3F;\r\n  font-weight: 600;\r\n  text-decoration: underline;\r\n  text-underline-offset: 3px;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.grant-links-section a:hover,\r\n.grant-links-section a:focus {\r\n  color: #1f3f2c;\r\n  text-decoration-thickness: 2px;\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c632af e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0c632af\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04bfa00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"04bfa00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Registration and EPA Code of Practice<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d8429b2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d8429b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Registration is not a design standard. It does not replace the EPA Code of Practice, planning permission, site suitability assessment, or correct installation.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For new houses, the EPA states that planning applications must show that the site is suitable for the proposed septic tank system and meets the requirements of the EPA Code of Practice, Building Regulations Technical Guidance Document H, and relevant wastewater treatment product standards.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e0c02e elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"8e0c02e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-sequence-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sequence-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sequence-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sequence-grid {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 16px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sequence-card {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    padding: 22px 20px 20px;\r\n    border: 1px solid #1f5f43;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #ffffff;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sequence-number {\r\n    display: inline-flex;\r\n    align-items: center;\r\n    justify-content: center;\r\n    width: 34px;\r\n    height: 34px;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    border-radius: 50%;\r\n    background: #1f5f43;\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-sequence-card h3 {\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1.35;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 900px) {\r\n    .tricel-sequence-grid {\r\n      grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 640px) {\r\n    .tricel-sequence-grid {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 14px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-sequence-card {\r\n      padding: 20px 18px;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-sequence-wrap\">\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-sequence-intro\">\r\n    This means the correct sequence for a new home is:\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-sequence-grid\">\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-sequence-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-sequence-number\">1<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Site suitability assessment<\/h3>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-sequence-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-sequence-number\">2<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Planning and design route<\/h3>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-sequence-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-sequence-number\">3<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Select a suitable wastewater treatment system<\/h3>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-sequence-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-sequence-number\">4<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Install in line with the approved design<\/h3>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-sequence-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-sequence-number\">5<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Register the domestic wastewater treatment system<\/h3>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-sequence-card\">\r\n      <span class=\"tricel-sequence-number\">6<\/span>\r\n      <h3>Maintain, service and desludge the system<\/h3>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2458f6b e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2458f6b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f365e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6f365e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Registration and maintenance records<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8d156c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8d156c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">After registration, homeowners still have ongoing duties.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The EPA states that septic tanks and domestic wastewater treatment systems must be correctly maintained, emptied periodically, and must not pose a risk to people\u2019s health or the environment. The EPA also states that roof water and yard surface water must not enter the septic tank system.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The EPA further states that proof of septic tank emptying must be kept for five years and that homeowners must use an authorised collector to empty or desludge the tank.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Useful records to keep include:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3c5860a elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"3c5860a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-system-records-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-system-records-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-system-records-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-system-records-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-system-records-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-system-records-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-system-records-wrap\">\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-system-records-list\">\r\n    <li>Registration certificate<\/li>\r\n    <li>Site assessment report<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Planning documents<\/li>\r\n    <li>Installation records<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Product manual<\/li>\r\n    <li>Servicing records<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Desludging receipts<\/li>\r\n    <li>Repair records<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Inspection letters<\/li>\r\n    <li>Advisory notices<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Grant documents<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-03c8c2c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"03c8c2c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b138c5f elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b138c5f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Common registration mistakes<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b3f9e20 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b3f9e20\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Avoid these common mistakes:<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a625b7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"1a625b7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-common-mistakes-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-common-mistakes-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-common-mistakes-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-common-mistakes-list li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 20px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-common-mistakes-list li::before {\r\n    content: \"\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 9px;\r\n    width: 7px;\r\n    height: 7px;\r\n    border-radius: 1px;\r\n    background: #6bd44a;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-common-mistakes-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-common-mistakes-wrap\">\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-common-mistakes-list\">\r\n    <li>Assuming registration means the system is compliant.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Assuming an old system does not need to be registered.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Failing to update ownership details after a sale.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Losing the registration certificate.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Not keeping desludging receipts.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Assuming a registered system will automatically pass inspection.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Allowing rainwater or yard water into the system.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Replacing or upgrading a system without checking planning, Code of Practice or grant requirements.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Applying Northern Ireland consent rules to a Republic of Ireland property.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39e0ec9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"39e0ec9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10b5e46 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"10b5e46\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What happens if you do not register?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-412a02e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"412a02e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The Department of Housing states that householders who have not registered should do so as soon as possible. It is an offence not to register and, on conviction, the penalty is a fine of up to \u20ac5,000.<\/p><p>Non-registration may also create problems during inspection, grant queries, property sale, or compliance review.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ca20f3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2ca20f3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-935aa33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"935aa33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Checklist: Before &amp; After registration<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fc02902 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"fc02902\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    padding: 26px 28px;\r\n    border-radius: 10px;\r\n    background: #f4f8f5;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist-wrap h3 {\r\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1.35;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist li {\r\n    position: relative;\r\n    margin: 0 0 14px;\r\n    padding-left: 30px;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist li::before {\r\n    content: \"\u2713\";\r\n    position: absolute;\r\n    left: 0;\r\n    top: 1px;\r\n    display: inline-flex;\r\n    align-items: center;\r\n    justify-content: center;\r\n    width: 18px;\r\n    height: 18px;\r\n    border-radius: 50%;\r\n    background: #1f5f43;\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist-note {\r\n    margin: 12px 0 0;\r\n    padding: 16px 18px;\r\n    border-left: 4px solid #1f5f43;\r\n    border-radius: 8px;\r\n    background: #ffffff;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-register-checklist-note strong {\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 720px) {\r\n    .tricel-register-checklist-wrap {\r\n      padding: 22px 20px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-register-checklist {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-register-checklist-wrap\">\r\n  <h3>Checklist: before you register<\/h3>\r\n\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-register-checklist-intro\">\r\n    Before registering your domestic wastewater treatment system, check that you have the\r\n    key property, ownership and payment details ready.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-register-checklist\">\r\n    <li>The property is in the Republic of Ireland.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The property is connected to a domestic wastewater treatment system.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>You have the property address and Eircode.<\/li>\r\n    <li>You have the owner details.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>You have payment details for the \u20ac50 fee.<\/li>\r\n    <li>You have checked whether the system was previously registered.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>You know where to keep the certificate after registration.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-register-checklist-note\">\r\n    <strong>Tip:<\/strong> keep the registration certificate with your property records,\r\n    maintenance documents and desludging receipts.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d88815f elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"d88815f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-after-register-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    padding: 26px 28px;\r\n    border-radius: 10px;\r\n    background: #f4f8f5;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: 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records are stored,\r\n    maintenance is up to date and any issues are dealt with quickly.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-after-register-checklist\">\r\n    <li>The certificate is saved with property records.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system is maintained correctly.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Desludging is carried out at appropriate intervals.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Desludging receipts are kept for five years.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Roof water and yard water are kept out of the system.<\/li>\r\n    <li>The system is checked if there are odours, ponding, slow drains or signs of overflow.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>Ownership details are updated if the property is sold.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Local authority letters are responded to promptly.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-after-register-note\">\r\n    <strong>Tip:<\/strong> keep registration, maintenance, desludging and inspection records\r\n    together so they are easy to find if the system is inspected or the property is sold.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7c8b9b1 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7c8b9b1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b368894 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"b368894\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">When to ask for professional advice<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e113352 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"e113352\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .tricel-professional-advice-wrap {\r\n    width: 100%;\r\n    margin: 0 0 24px;\r\n    padding: 26px 28px;\r\n    border-radius: 10px;\r\n    background: #f4f8f5;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 14px;\r\n    color: #10251b;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-professional-advice-wrap * {\r\n    box-sizing: border-box;\r\n    font-size: 14px !important;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-professional-advice-wrap h3 {\r\n    margin: 0 0 10px;\r\n    color: #000000;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    line-height: 1.35;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-professional-advice-intro {\r\n    margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n    color: #1f1f1f;\r\n    line-height: 1.65;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-professional-advice-list {\r\n    display: grid;\r\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n    gap: 0 70px;\r\n    margin: 0;\r\n    padding: 0;\r\n    list-style: none;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-professional-advice-list li {\r\n    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}\r\n\r\n    .tricel-professional-advice-list {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 0;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<div class=\"tricel-professional-advice-wrap\">\r\n    <p class=\"tricel-professional-advice-intro\">\r\n    Get advice before carrying out works if any of the following apply to the property,\r\n    system condition or planned project.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <ul class=\"tricel-professional-advice-list\">\r\n    <li>The system has failed inspection.<\/li>\r\n    <li>An advisory notice has been issued.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The system is leaking, overflowing or ponding.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Wastewater is entering a drain, ditch, stream or watercourse.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The property has a private well nearby.<\/li>\r\n    <li>You are building a new home.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>You are extending the house.<\/li>\r\n    <li>Occupancy has increased.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>The system is old or undocumented.<\/li>\r\n    <li>You are selling or buying a property.<\/li>\r\n\r\n    <li>You may need a grant for repair, upgrade or replacement.<\/li>\r\n  <\/ul>\r\n\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-professional-advice-note\">\r\n    <strong>EPA guidance:<\/strong> if septic tank problems are persistent, a professional\r\n    should assess the system to determine what repairs or remediation are required.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9d3c4ec e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9d3c4ec\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;sticky&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;sticky_on&quot;:[&quot;desktop&quot;],&quot;sticky_offset&quot;:200,&quot;sticky_parent&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false,&quot;sticky_effects_offset&quot;:0,&quot;sticky_anchor_link_offset&quot;:0}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8e5b44c e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8e5b44c\" 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.tricel-guidance-section h2 {\r\n      font-size: 34px !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-guidance-grid {\r\n      grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\r\n      gap: 36px 28px;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 640px) {\r\n    .tricel-guidance-section {\r\n      padding: 32px 18px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-guidance-eyebrow {\r\n      letter-spacing: 0.22em;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-guidance-section h2 {\r\n      margin-bottom: 34px;\r\n      font-size: 28px !important;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-guidance-grid {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n      gap: 30px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-guidance-card {\r\n      padding-top: 26px;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-guidance-cta a {\r\n      width: 100%;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"tricel-guidance-section\">\r\n  <p class=\"tricel-guidance-eyebrow\">Tricel support<\/p>\r\n\r\n  <h2>Need help choosing a wastewater treatment system?<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-guidance-grid\">\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-guidance-card\">\r\n      <h3>Who Tricel can help<\/h3>\r\n      <p>\r\n        Tricel can help homeowners, self-builders, installers and property owners understand\r\n        which wastewater treatment system may be suitable for a site in the Republic of Ireland.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-guidance-card\">\r\n      <h3>Details to gather<\/h3>\r\n      <ul class=\"tricel-guidance-list\">\r\n        <li>Site location<\/li>\r\n        <li>Property type<\/li>\r\n        <li>Number of bedrooms or expected users<\/li>\r\n        <li>New build, replacement, repair or upgrade<\/li>\r\n        <li>Site assessment details, if available<\/li>\r\n        <li>Planning documents, if available<\/li>\r\n        <li>Registration status<\/li>\r\n        <li>Existing tank or treatment plant details<\/li>\r\n        <li>Inspection or advisory notice details, if available<\/li>\r\n      <\/ul>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-guidance-card\">\r\n      <h3>Registration route<\/h3>\r\n      <p>\r\n        Tricel can help with treatment system guidance, but registration must be completed\r\n        through the official Protect Our Water route.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"tricel-guidance-note\">\r\n        <strong>Important:<\/strong> registration confirms the system is on the national register.\r\n        It does not confirm that the system is correctly sized, installed, maintained or compliant.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-guidance-cta\">\r\n    <p>\r\n      <strong>Need help choosing a wastewater treatment system for a registered or new site?<\/strong>\r\n      Contact Tricel with your site details and wastewater requirements.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <a href=\"\/contact-us\/\">\r\n      Contact Tricel\r\n    <\/a>\r\n  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}\r\n\r\n  .tricel-section .tricel-btn {\r\n    display: inline-block;\r\n    padding: 0.7rem 1.6rem;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n    font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    font-size: 0.875rem;\r\n    font-weight: 600;\r\n    text-decoration: none;\r\n    cursor: pointer;\r\n    transition: filter 0.15s ease, transform 0.1s ease;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-section .tricel-btn:hover {\r\n    filter: brightness(1.08);\r\n    transform: translateY(-1px);\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-section .tricel-btn:active {\r\n    transform: translateY(0);\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-section .tricel-btn--primary {\r\n    color: #1a3a28;\r\n    background: #88E044;\r\n    border: 0;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .tricel-section .tricel-btn--ghost {\r\n    color: #2A5B3F;\r\n    background: transparent;\r\n    border: 1.5px solid #2A5B3F;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  @media (max-width: 600px) {\r\n    .tricel-section .tricel-headline {\r\n      font-size: 1.35rem;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-section .stat-row,\r\n    .tricel-section .feature-grid {\r\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-section .cta-row {\r\n      flex-direction: column;\r\n      align-items: stretch;\r\n    }\r\n\r\n    .tricel-section .tricel-btn {\r\n      text-align: center;\r\n    }\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"tricel-section\" aria-labelledby=\"tricel-why-heading\">\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-inner\">\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"tricel-eyebrow\">Why choose Tricel?<\/p>\r\n    <h2 class=\"tricel-headline\" id=\"tricel-why-heading\">Irish manufacturing. Nationwide support. Guaranteed compliance.<\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"tricel-intro\">Tricel has manufactured wastewater treatment systems in Ireland since 1973, from its facility in Killarney, Co. Kerry. The Vento septic tank range and Novo treatment plant range are certified to EN&nbsp;12566 for installations from single homes up to 50+ population equivalent.<\/p>\r\n    <p class=\"tricel-intro\">A nationwide network of approved distributors and installers, backed by Tricel's own technical sales team, covers supply, installation, commissioning and servicing across every county.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"tricel-divider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"stat-row\">\r\n      <div class=\"stat-card\">\r\n        <span class=\"stat-num\">30M+<\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"stat-label\">litres of wastewater treated by Tricel systems every day<\/span>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"stat-card\">\r\n        <span class=\"stat-num\">1973<\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"stat-label\">Family-owned and manufacturing in Ireland since founding, as Killarney Plastics<\/span>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"stat-card\">\r\n        <span class=\"stat-num\">10 yrs<\/span>\r\n        <span class=\"stat-label\">warranty on the Tricel Vento septic tank<\/span>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"feature-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"feat-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2A5B3F\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\">\r\n            <path d=\"M12 2l2.4 7.4H22l-6.2 4.5 2.4 7.4L12 17l-6.2 4.3 2.4-7.4L2 9.4h7.6z\"\/>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Quality<\/h3>\r\n        <p>Manufactured in Killarney, Co. Kerry. The Novo tank is built from compression-moulded SMC \u2014 a composite material proven over 50 years in harsh operating conditions.<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"check-list\">\r\n          <li>EN 12566-1 (septic tanks) and EN 12566-3 (treatment plants) certified<\/li>\r\n          <li>Independently tested by PIA GmbH, Aachen, Germany<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"feat-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2A5B3F\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\">\r\n            <polygon points=\"13 2 3 14 12 14 11 22 21 10 12 10 13 2\"\/>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Efficiency<\/h3>\r\n        <p>The Tricel Novo treats wastewater across three independent zones, reaching an average 95.9% BOD removal \u2014 a higher standard of treatment than a septic tank alone.<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"check-list\">\r\n          <li>No moving parts or pumps inside the tank<\/li>\r\n          <li>Ceramic diffuser lasts twice as long as standard rubber equivalents<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"feat-card feat-card--dark\">\r\n        <div class=\"feat-icon--dark\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#88E044\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\">\r\n            <path d=\"M17 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-4-4H5a4 4 0 0 0-4 4v2\"\/>\r\n            <circle cx=\"9\" cy=\"7\" r=\"4\"\/>\r\n            <path d=\"M23 21v-2a4 4 0 0 0-3-3.87\"\/>\r\n            <path d=\"M16 3.13a4 4 0 0 1 0 7.75\"\/>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Support<\/h3>\r\n        <p>A nationwide network of approved distributors and installers, with a dedicated technical sales team on hand for sizing, site queries and project support.<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"check-list check-list--dark\">\r\n          <li>County-based distributor network across Ireland<\/li>\r\n          <li>Direct technical support from Tricel's own team<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"feat-card\">\r\n        <div class=\"feat-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n          <svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#2A5B3F\" stroke-width=\"1.8\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\">\r\n            <path d=\"M14.7 6.3a1 1 0 0 0 0 1.4l1.6 1.6a1 1 0 0 0 1.4 0l3.77-3.77a6 6 0 0 1-7.94 7.94l-6.91 6.91a2.12 2.12 0 0 1-3-3l6.91-6.91a6 6 0 0 1 7.94-7.94l-3.76 3.76z\"\/>\r\n          <\/svg>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <h3>Maintenance<\/h3>\r\n        <p>Servicing and technical advice available directly from Tricel's environmental team, for the lifetime of your system.<\/p>\r\n        <ul class=\"check-list\">\r\n          <li>10-year warranty on the Vento septic tank<\/li>\r\n          <li>Call 064 663 2421 for servicing or technical advice<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"cta-row\">\r\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/contact-us\/\" class=\"tricel-btn tricel-btn--primary\">Get a quote<\/a>\r\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tricel.ie\/wastewater-treatment\/systems\/\" class=\"tricel-btn tricel-btn--ghost\">Explore our systems<\/a>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d430729 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"d430729\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6379833 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"6379833\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"tricel-faq-wrap\" aria-label=\"Frequently asked questions about ROI and NI wastewater regulations\">\r\n  <h2>Frequently Asked Questions About ROI and NI Wastewater Regulations<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"tricel-faq-list\">\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Are wastewater regulations the same in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>No. In the Republic of Ireland, domestic systems are mainly guided by the EPA Code of Practice, registration, planning and local authority inspection. In Northern Ireland, private sewage treatment systems require NIEA consent to discharge.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Is NIEA consent the same as septic tank registration in the Republic of Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>No. Republic of Ireland registration records a domestic wastewater treatment system on the register. Northern Ireland consent to discharge authorises a private sewage treatment discharge under the NIEA route. The two are different and should not be treated as interchangeable.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Does the EPA Code of Practice apply in Northern Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>No. The EPA Code of Practice is a Republic of Ireland guidance document for domestic systems with a population equivalent of 10 or fewer. Northern Ireland uses the NIEA consent route for private sewage treatment systems.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Do I need to register a septic tank in the Republic of Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>Yes. Households connected to domestic wastewater treatment systems must register. The registration fee is \u20ac50, and failure to register is an offence.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Do I need consent for a septic tank in Northern Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>Yes. DAERA states that private sewage treatment systems, including septic tanks and package treatment plants, require consent from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Can I start works in Northern Ireland before consent is granted?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>For private sewage infrastructure, DAERA states that no works or sewage effluent discharge should begin before NIEA has granted consent to discharge.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>What happens if a septic tank fails inspection in the Republic of Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>Local authorities issue advisory notices to householders when septic tanks fail inspection, setting out what is required to fix the problem.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Is a housing development treated like a single dwelling in Northern Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>No. DAERA states that domestic consents are for single-dwelling discharges only. For two or more dwellings, advice should first be sought from NI Water regarding connection to the public sewer network.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Do commercial wastewater rules differ from domestic rules?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>Yes. Commercial sites may require trade effluent licensing, discharge consent, industrial discharge assessment or private sewage infrastructure consent, depending on the jurisdiction and discharge route.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Who regulates trade effluent to sewer in the Republic of Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>Uisce \u00c9ireann or the EPA regulates trade effluent to sewer, depending on the type and scale of the business activity.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Who regulates trade effluent to sewer in Northern Ireland?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>NI Water regulates trade effluent discharges to the public sewer through Trade Effluent Consent. Discharging trade effluent without consent is an offence.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n\r\n    <details>\r\n      <summary>Should I choose the wastewater treatment system before checking the rules?<\/summary>\r\n      <p>No. The site location, property use, discharge route, ground conditions, loading, planning route and consent or licence requirements should be confirmed before a system is selected.<\/p>\r\n    <\/details>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n.tricel-faq-wrap {\r\n  width: 100%;\r\n  margin: 0 auto;\r\n  padding: 0 0 10px;\r\n  background: #f3f4f2;\r\n  font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n  font-size: 14px;\r\n  color: #004f3a;\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.tricel-faq-wrap *,\r\n.tricel-faq-wrap *::before,\r\n.tricel-faq-wrap *::after {\r\n  box-sizing: border-box;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.tricel-faq-wrap h2 {\r\n  margin: 0 0 18px;\r\n  padding: 0;\r\n  color: #004f3a;\r\n  font-family: \"Poppins\", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\r\n  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}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\r\n<section\r\n  class=\"enviro-read-more\"\r\n  aria-labelledby=\"enviro-read-more-title\"\r\n>\r\n  <div class=\"enviro-read-more__header\">\r\n    <h2\r\n      id=\"enviro-read-more-title\"\r\n      class=\"enviro-read-more__title\"\r\n    >\r\n      Read more on this subject\r\n    <\/h2>\r\n\r\n    <p class=\"enviro-read-more__intro\">\r\n      The following Tricel articles cover related regulatory, maintenance,\r\n      grant and homeowner questions that may arise alongside an EPA inspection.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"enviro-read-more__grid\">\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/code-of-practice-2021\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read EPA Code of Practice 2021\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Regulation\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        EPA Code of Practice 2021\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        An overview of the domestic Code of Practice covering site assessment,\r\n        system selection, design, operation and maintenance.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/epa-inspection\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read about septic tank inspections in Ireland\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Regulation\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Septic Tank Inspection\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Learn how septic tank inspections are carried out, what inspectors\r\n        check and what happens if an advisory notice is issued.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/septic-tank-regulations-in-ireland\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Septic Tank Regulations in Ireland\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Regulation\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Septic Tank Regulations in Ireland\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        The legal requirements covering registration, maintenance, inspections\r\n        and homeowner responsibilities.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/septic-tank-grants\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Septic Tank Grants in Ireland\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Grants\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Septic Tank Grants in Ireland\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Information about the available grant routes, eligibility requirements\r\n        and application process.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/planning-applications\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Wastewater Reports for Planning Applications\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Planning\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Wastewater Reports for Planning Applications\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        How site assessments, percolation testing and wastewater reports support\r\n        planning applications for off-mains properties.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/wastewater-system-maintenance\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Wastewater System Maintenance\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Maintenance\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Wastewater System Maintenance\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Routine servicing and maintenance measures that help wastewater\r\n        treatment systems continue to operate correctly.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/desludging-process\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read the Desludging Process\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Maintenance\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        The Desludging Process\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        How desludging works, when a system may need to be emptied and which\r\n        records homeowners should retain.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/wastewater\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Wastewater Treatment Systems Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Maintenance\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Wastewater Treatment Systems: Do\u2019s &amp; Don\u2019ts\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Everyday household practices that help protect the treatment process\r\n        and reduce the risk of system problems.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/selling-a-property-with-a-septic-tank\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Selling a Property with a Septic Tank\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Homeowners\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Selling a Property with a Septic Tank\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Registration certificates, inspection information and wastewater\r\n        records that may be relevant during a property sale.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/wastewater-treatment-warranties\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Wastewater Treatment Warranties\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        Products\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Wastewater Treatment Warranties\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Information about warranty cover for Tricel wastewater treatment\r\n        systems and their components.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n    <article class=\"enviro-read-more__card\">\r\n      <a\r\n        class=\"enviro-read-more__wrapper-link\"\r\n        href=\"\/wastewater-treatment\/faqs\/\"\r\n        aria-label=\"Read Wastewater Treatment Frequently Asked Questions\"\r\n      ><\/a>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__category\">\r\n        FAQ\r\n      <\/span>\r\n\r\n      <h3 class=\"enviro-read-more__card-title\">\r\n        Wastewater Treatment FAQ\r\n      <\/h3>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"enviro-read-more__description\">\r\n        Answers to common questions about domestic wastewater systems,\r\n        operation, maintenance and ownership.\r\n      <\/p>\r\n\r\n      <span class=\"enviro-read-more__cta\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n        Read article\r\n      <\/span>\r\n    <\/article>\r\n\r\n  <\/div>\r\n<\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f0610a5 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f0610a5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" 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