Chapter 16.68 — WATER AND SEWERS
Orinda Municipal Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-29 · Orinda
16.68.010 - Adequate supply.¶
An adequate approved water supply system shall be provided to serve all of the proposed subdivision. The advisory agency shall be satisfied, based upon evidence submitted, that the system is not likely to cause serious public health problems and make findings pursuant to Section 16.20.110 concerning the fulfillment of construction requirements. Water supply systems requiring health officer's approval shall comply with County Code Chapter 414-4.
(CCCC§ 916-2.002)
16.68.020 - Sewerage requirements.¶
Sewerage shall be provided to the subdivision by a public sanitation district or utility having adequate plant and facilities. If, based on evidence submitted, the advisory agency finds that it is not feasible to construct, install or connect to a sewerage system, it may refer any request for an alternate means of sewage disposal to the Health Department. (CCCC§ 916-4.202)
16.68.030 - Sewer system and sewage treatment plant construction.¶
In those areas served by a sanitation district under the jurisdiction of the city, as distinguished from a local sanitary district, all sewage treatment facilities and appurtenances shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the Public Works Department and under the inspection of the Public Works Department subsequent to payment of all required fees and charges. Sanitary sewers to be constructed in areas other than those under the jurisdiction of the city shall be submitted to the appropriate agency for review. (CCCC§ 916-4.402)
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