21 NCAC 28B .0506          DRAINAGE SYSTEMS AND CISTERNS

Licensed contractors shall:

(1)           Install drainage systems and cisterns in accordance with state and local codes and ordinances;

(2)           Install drainage conveyances in such a way that there is a positive flow;

(3)           Install drainage systems with measures that allow cleaning of the system;

(4)           Install drainage systems with adequate structural integrity so as to prevent crushing of the drainage system;

(5)           Install French drain systems to drain to daylight or into existing storm drainage; and

(6)           Insure that cisterns and closed drywells include an overflow outlet.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 89D-15(2); 89D-15(16);

Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2016;

Eff. September 1, 2016.