§ 74-161. Use generally.  


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  • A basement sump pump may be used for collection and discharge of drainage from foundation footing drains and such discharge shall be to the outside ground surface. If a sump pump is used for the discharge of laundry wastes, a separate sump pump shall be used and it shall discharge into the septic system. Sump pits must have a concrete bottom, unless the lining of the pit is an approved plastic or other material with an integral leakproof bottom.

(Code 1979, § 21-91)