Which sewer pipe is my responsibility?

Property owners are responsible for the sewer pipe (lateral) that extends from the building to the pubRVSD_LateralReplGraphic_8.24.21lic sewer pipeline. This includes the portion within private property and the portion located beneath the sidewalk and street up to and including where the lateral connects to the public sewer main.

The District has grant and loan funding available to property owners who require private sewer lateral replacement. View information on our Grant & Loan Programs here. For help addressing problems with defective private sewer laterals, please contact a licensed plumbing contractor. Make sure any plumber you hire for a private property sewer emergency is familiar with District policies and programs. More information on permitting and hiring a contractor can be found here.  

Property owners are responsible for the sewer pipe (lateral) that extends from the building to the public sewer pipeline. This includes the portion within private property and the portion located beneath the sidewalk and street up to and including where the lateral connects to the public sewer main. 


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1. What can I do about slow drainage through my toilets, showers and sinks?
2. Which sewer pipe is my responsibility?
3. Which sewer pipe is the District's responsibility?
4. I recently purchased my property. How long do I have for compliance?
5. How can I find my private sewer lateral?
6. What can be done to fix a manhole cover that rattles every time a vehicle rolls over it?
7. What can I do about sewer odors?
8. When is a sewer permit required?
9. What should I do if sewage is overflowing onto the ground, driveway and/or street?
10. What should I do if sewage is backing up into my property through overflowing toilets, sinks, bathtubs, or other fixtures?
11. What should I do if my sewer lateral is broken by a contractor or utility company?
12. I plan to sell my property. What do I need to know before selling?
13. I plan to remodel my property. What do I need to know before remodeling?
14. I need to replace my sewer lateral. Does the District offer funding?