Well and septic regulation amendments | southborough.info https://southborough.info/issues/well-and-septic-regulations/ 2026-10-15T23:35:55-04:00 Board of Health, Tue, Jul 7: Well and septic regulation amendments https://southborough.info/topics/-t0sUEo_dbo/2 2026-07-07T12:00:00Z The board held a public hearing and approved updates to Southborough regulations governing private wells and subsurface sewage disposal systems. Changes include separation of roles for septic design and installation, guaranteed access for septic repairs, a 25-foot well setback from swimming pools, and required well testing prior to real estate transfers. Outcome: Regulations approved unanimously following the close of the public hearing. Board of Health, Tue, Jun 9: Draft updates to septic and well regulations https://southborough.info/topics/Cs-N1fuzc9E/6 2026-06-09T12:00:00Z Staff provided an update on drafting revisions to Southborough's local septic and private well regulations. The proposed updates incorporate minor adjustments to septic rules and more extensive updates to private well regulations based on established Northborough practices. The board will hold a public hearing on the proposed regulatory changes at an upcoming meeting. Outcome: Public hearing to be scheduled for the next regular meeting