On-Lot Sewage Management

537 PLAN (PA Sewage Facilities Act)

This act requires all municipalities to develop and maintain an up-to-date planning document to protect the public and the water supply.  Permits for on-lot sewage disposal systems may be obtained through our Sewage Enforcement Officer at the Lebanon County Planning Department (717-228-4444).

Act 537 Plan (PA_Sewage_Act)

On-lot Sewage Management Program

As part of the compliance with Act 537, an On-lot Management Program is now in place.  This program is to ensure the on-lot sewage systems are maintained properly and to help prevent malfunctions from occurring.  Property owners must have their tank(s) pumped and inspected every 3 years (2023, 2026, 2029, etc.).  Property owners are required to provide an inspection report as well as an administrative fee to the Township Office at 725 Kimmerlings Road, Lebanon, PA 17046.  This program is being implemented by the North Lebanon Township Municipal Authority.  If you have any questions, you may contact the North Lebanon Township office at 717-273-7132.

The following documents provide useful information pertaining to the On-Lot Management Program:

• General Sewage Management Information

• Approved List of Registered Pumper-Haulers (Rev 3-10-23)

• Proper Septic Tank Cleaning

• How to Qualify for Exemption from Current Pumping Cycle

• Sewage Management Exemption Application

• Evaluation of Solids-Scum in Treatment Tank(s)

• Frequently Asked Questions

• Sewage Permits Required vs Not-required