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Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.180

Sewage disposal

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Verified 9/13/2026 · Next check 12/12/2026
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Operative Text

Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.180
The owner shall provide each dwelling with a sanitary drainage system connected to the public sewerage system; provided, that if, because of distance or ground conditions, connection to a public sewerage system is not practicable, the owner shall provide, and shall maintain in a sanitary condition, any other means of sewage disposal which is in compliance with article XI of the State Sanitary Code. (See section 15.12.320.)
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Plain English

Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.180 establishes that every dwelling must have a sanitary drainage system tied to the public sewer network. When connecting to the public system is not feasible due to distance or ground conditions, an alternative sewage disposal method is permitted, but only if it meets the standards set out in article XI of the State Sanitary Code. The rule places the responsibility for both providing and maintaining any such system squarely on the property owner.

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For Property Managers

Under Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.180, compliant property owners ensure each dwelling unit is connected to the public sewerage system wherever that connection is practicable. When site conditions or distance make a public connection impractical, operators document that circumstance and install an alternative disposal system that satisfies article XI of the State Sanitary Code, keeping it in ongoing sanitary condition. Owners also cross-reference section 15.12.320, which may carry additional requirements relevant to sewage disposal compliance.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Lawrence Code of Ordinances ch. 15.12 § 15.12.180 gives tenants the right to occupy a dwelling served by a properly maintained sewage disposal system, whether that is a public sewer connection or a code-compliant alternative. If a sewage system appears absent, broken, or unsanitary, tenants may document the conditions and report concerns to Lawrence's housing or code-enforcement office. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local ordinances can help residents understand the range of options available, including raising a violation under § 15.12.180 as part of a broader housing complaint.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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Related Rules

§ 127A
State sanitary code; adoption; enforcement; jurisdiction; speedy trial
§ 127B
Dwellings unfit for human habitation; order to vacate or to abate nuisance; removal of occupants; demolition expense, lien; inspection reports; code violations; notices; enforcement proceedings, jurisdiction; appeal
§ 127C
Petition for violation of sanitary code; requisites

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