Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-40-06-.01
State Operating Permits (SOPs) authorize the operation of non-discharging sewerage systems in compliance with permit conditions. SOPs issued pursuant to this chapter impose such conditions, including effluent standards and conditions and terms of periodic review, as are necessary to prevent pollution of waters from the operation of non-discharging wastewater systems, including but not limited to: land application; animal feeding operations; pumping and hauling; collection and conveyance; and non-potable reuse of reclaimed wastewater. SOPs are not required for the use of a septic tank connected only to a subsurface drainfield subject to regulation under Chapter 0400-48-01. SOPs do not authorize discharges to waters or alterations of the properties of waters. In addition to any standards imposed by this chapter, construction of SOP facilities that collect and treat wastewater are governed by Chapter 0400-40-02.
Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-40-06-.01
Authority: T.C.A. §§ 4-5-201, et seq., and 69-3-101, et seq.