Appendix CG Nonsewered Sanitation Systems
CG101 General
CG101.1 Applicability.
The provisions of this chapter shall apply to the installation of nonsewered sanitation systems.
CG102 Definitions
CG102.1 General.
For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
CONDITIONED SPACE.
An area, room or space normally occupied and being heated or cooled for human habitation by any equipment.
NONSEWERED SANITATION SYSTEM.
A prefabricated integrated sewage treatment unit that is not connected to a public sewer or private sewage disposal system.
CG103 Installation
CG103.2 Operating conditions.
A nonsewered sanitation system in either a conditioned or unconditioned space shall be installed where the ambient temperature, ambient humidity and altitude (atmospheric pressure) are in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions or product listing.
CG103.3 Clearances for servicing and maintenance.
A nonsewered sanitation system shall be located to permit access and sufficient clearance for service and maintenance. Unless otherwise specified by the manufacturer’s installation instructions, not less than 30 inches (762 mm) in depth, width and height of working space shall be provided at any access panel.
CG103.6 Systems employing combustion.
A nonsewered sanitation system employing combustion shall comply with the International Mechanical Code.
CG103.7 Connection to plumbing system not required.
A nonsewered sanitation system is not required to be connected to the sanitary drainage system of the building or premises.
CG104 Manual Required
CG104.1 Operation and maintenance manual.
Nonsewered sanitation systems shall have an operation and maintenance manual provided by the manufacturer.
CG105 System Output
CG105.1 General.
The use or disposal of all substances exiting the nonsewered sanitation system shall be determined by the authority having jurisdiction.