Septic Waste Spreading Permit Renewal - Peters Septic Service, Trent Lakes
Official title: Duane Edward Peters operating as Peters Septic Service - Environmental Compliance Approval (waste)
A septic hauling company wants to renew its permit to spread sewage waste on farmland near Trent Lakes, Ontario. The site at 238 County Road 49 would continue surface spreading on about 8 hectares. The permit sets rules for when and how waste can be spread, plus requirements to prevent odours, spills, and runoff.
Why This Matters
Live near County Road 49 in Trent Lakes? This permit affects your neighbourhood. Septic waste spreading can cause odours and attract pests if not managed properly. If you rely on a private well, you'll want to know about the setback distances from water sources.
What Could Change
If approved, Peters Septic Service can continue spreading hauled sewage on this 8-hectare site. The permit includes specific rules: no spreading when ground is frozen or snow-covered, no winter spreading, and mandatory setbacks from wells, homes, and waterways. The operator must keep daily logs and train staff on spill prevention.
Key Issues
- Should the permit be renewed for this septic waste spreading site?
- Are the proposed setback distances from wells and residences adequate?
- Are the odour and nuisance prevention measures sufficient?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand the permit requirements and site location.
- Submit your comment online through the ERO portal, or email enviropermissions@ontario.ca with ERO number 025-1282 in your message.
- You can also mail comments to Client Services and Permissions Branch, 135 St Clair Ave West, 1st Floor, Toronto, ON M4V 1P5.