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County permit application record · Directory record ID: 1145084

Directory record ID: 1145084

Buncombe, NC · Buncombe County City: Not provided · ZIP code: Not provided
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Source reference: Availability not confirmed
Record type: County permit application record
Area: Buncombe County
Public record summary

This entry is a County permit application record for Directory record ID: 1145084 in Buncombe County. Its recorded classification is Not confirmed. The retained case or parcel does not match the reviewed source identity. Its measurements and location are withheld pending review.

Directory record ID: 1145084. Case reference as recorded by the county. Source activity does not independently confirm current condition or drawing availability. Open source page or portal ↗

County source record

Buncombe County · Permit application data

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Directory record ID

1145084

The source case or parcel requires review. Measurements and location are withheld until its identity is confirmed.

How a conventional septic system works

General system overview

In a conventional system, wastewater travels from the building to a tank. Solids and floating material separate there; liquid flows onward to a drainfield for further treatment in the soil.

BuildingSeptic tankDrainfield LiquidFurther treatment in soil

Educational diagram, not a drawing of this property. No property measurements or component locations are shown.

EPA system overview

An address map is unavailable because a property address has not been confirmed in this entry. Use the parcel identifier and original source records.

Finding original system documents

Records & drawings

EPA identifies local health or environmental permitting authorities as a starting point for requesting system permits and record drawings. Confirm which office holds the files for this property.

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No document link is stored with this entry.

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Contact the authority

Confirm which office holds the property’s original files.

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Review the documents

Check the address, parcel identifier, date and contents before using a system plan.

The directory has not confirmed whether an original drawing is held elsewhere.

General information on requesting original records.EPA records guidance
Request Available Property Records Pre-formatted public records letter pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 132 (Public Records Law)

Pumping & maintenance guidance

General maintenance guidance

EPA guidance · Household systems

Professional inspectionEvery 3 yearsAt least, for an average household system
Typical tank pumpingEvery 3–5 yearsActual frequency depends on use and conditions
Mechanical systemsGenerally yearlySystems with electrical or mechanical components

EPA recommends professional inspection at least every three years for an average household system. Household tanks are typically pumped every three to five years. Systems with electrical or mechanical components generally need yearly inspection. Actual maintenance depends on use and system conditions.

This guidance describes household systems generally. The directory record does not establish this property’s maintenance history or next service date.

General reference, separate from this property’s records.EPA maintenance guide

EPA Pumping Frequency & Maintenance Calculator

EPA Standard (Pub. 832-F-12-001)
Unspecified in filing — adjust if different
3 People
Average residential occupants
Receipt kept by owner / contractor
EPA Recommended Service Interval Every 3 to 4 Years
Service Status Select Year to Check Status
Select your last cleanout date above to calculate your specific maintenance window and next service due date.
Typical Buncombe Pumping Cost: $350 – $650
EPA Regulatory Requirement (The 1/3 Rule): Regardless of calendar years, a septic tank must be pumped whenever the floating scum layer comes within 6 inches of the outlet baffle or accumulated bottom sludge exceeds 30% to 33% of the liquid depth. Standard gravity systems require professional inspection every 1 to 3 years.