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Community Development Division
September 15, 2008
Louis Bowab
44 Marian Drive -
North Andover, MA 01845
RE: Septic System Design, 44 Marian Drive, North Andover, Map 107C, Lot 57
Dear Mr. Bowab,
The North Andover Board of Health has completed the review of the septic system design plans,
for the above referenced property, submitted on your behalf by New England Engineering
Services, dated July 23, 2008, last revised Sept. 4, 2008. This design plan has been approved for
use in the construction of an onsite septic system for a 4-bedroom house (maximum 9-room) and
is valid for a period of two years from the date of this letter or from the date that the system
failed a documented Title V inspection.
During this time, a licensed septic system installer must obtain a permit and complete this work,
and a Certificate of Compliance be endorsed by the installer, designer and the Town of North
Andover. In the event of an imminent health problem, such as sewage backup into the dwelling,
the North Andover Board of Health may reduce the time period for which this plan is valid.
This approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. The Clean Solutions system shall be under an operation and maintenance agreement
throughout its life. No Operation and Maintenance agreement(O&M) shall be for less than
one year. Prior to receiving a Certificate of Compliance a copy of a signed agreement must
be submitted to the Health Office. All parts of the DEP approval must be adhered to.
2. Prior to obtaining a Certificate of Compliance for installation of a new or upgraded
system, the system owner shall record in the chain of title for the property served by the
alternative system in the Registry of Deeds or Land Registration Office, as applicable, a
Notice disclosing both the existence of the alternative on-site system and the Department's
approval of the system. The system owner shall also provide evidence of such recording to
the local Approving Authority. (15.287; 10)
3. It is the responsibility of the applicant and/or the applicant's septic system designer, septic
system installer or other representative to ensure that all other state and municipal
requirements are met. These may include review by the Conservation Commission, Zoning
Board, Planning Board, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and/or Electrical Inspector.
1600 Osgood Street,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845
Phone 978.688.9540 Fax 978.688.8476 Web www.townofnorthandover.com
The issuance of a Disposal System Construction Permit shall not construe or imply
compliance with any of the aforementioned requirement.
4. Throughout its life, the owner shall operate and maintain the System in accordance with the
Company and designer's operation and maintenance requirements and this Approval. To
ensure proper operation and maintenance (O&M), the owner shall enter into an O&M
agreement. No O&M agreement shall be for less than one year. All parts of the DEP
approval must be adhered to.
5. Prior to the issuance of a Certificate of Compliance for the System, the System owner
shall record and/or register in the appropriate Registry of Deeds and/or Land Registration
Office, a Notice disclosing both the existence of the alternative septic system subject to this
Approval on the property and the Department's approval of the System. If the property
subject to the Notice is unregistered land, the Notice shall be marginally referenced on the
owner's deed to the property. Within 30 days of recording and/or registering the Notice, the
System owner shall submit the following to the Department and the local approving
authority: (i) a certified Registry copy of the Notice bearing the book and page/instrument
number and/or document number; and(ii) if the property is unregistered land, a Registry
copy of the owner's deed to the property, bearing the marginal reference.
6. If site conditions are found in the field to be different from those indicated on the design plan
and/or soil evaluation,the originally issued Disposal System Construction Permit is void,
installation shall stop, and the applicant shall reapply for a new Disposal Systems
Construction Permit.
Your effort to provide a properly functioning septic system for your dwelling is greatly
appreciated. The Health Department may be reached at 978-688-9540 with any questions you
may have.
j,SmcerelSawyer, RE /RS
Public Health Director
Encl: list of licensed septic system installers
Cc: New England Engineering Services
1600 Osgood Street,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845
Phone 978.688.9540 Fax 978.688.8476 Web www.townofnorthandover.com
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August 29, 2008
Betljamin Osgood, P.E.
New England Engineering Services, Inc.
1600 Osgood Street - Building 20, Suite 2-64
North.Andover, MA 01845
Re: Septic System Repair Plan for 44 Marian Drive-Map 107C,Lat 57
Dear Mr. Osgood:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated July 23, 2008 and received
on August 8, 2008 has been reviewed. Unfortunately, the plan cannot be approved until the
following items are corrected. The specific section in Title 5: 310 CMR 15.000, or North
Andover regulation that is not met by this design follows each item.
1. Please indicate the presence or absence of wetlands within 150 feet of the proposed
leaching facility in accordance with NA 8.02(r).
2. Please state the required maintenance for the proposed effluent filter in accordance with
310 CMR 15.227(7).
3. On sheet 2 of 2, the Hydraulic Unit detail indicates a top elevation of 98.00' and a bottom.
elevation of 94.81'. The Hydraulic Unit has an overall height of 18 inches and the return
line to the septic tank must flow by gravity. Therefore, a top elevation of 100.6'+/- and a.
bottom elevation of 99.1'+/- appears to be required. Please confirm these calculations
and make any necessary corrections.
4. Please provide a draft maintenance agreement for the Clean Solutions Pretreatment Unit
and the Perc-Rite Drip Disposal System.
5. Please specify the on center distance between the Pere-Rite drip tubing.
6. Please indicate that the cover above the pump chamber will be 24 inch diameter.
Although not reasons for disapproval, you may wish to consider the following:
a. The 5' overdig is not required per the DEP remedial use approval letter for the Pere-
Rite Drip Dispersal System.
b. The drip tubing will be installed on a sand bed. Therefore, a 1' on center spacing
between drip tubing is allowed.
16001 Osgood Street HEALTH DEPARTMENT Page;1 of 1
Building 20; Suite 2-35 -mail: liealthdept@townofnoi,thandover.com
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North Andover,MA 01845 Phone:9'78.68 .9540 Fax 978.688.8476
Please feel free to contact the office with any questions you may have. We look forward to
working with you to obtain a wastewater treatment and dispersal system which will be in
compliance with all regulations and assure protection of public health and the environment of
North Andover.
Sincerely,
Susan Y. Sawyer, REHS7RS
Public Health Director
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PUBLIC HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Community Development Division
July t4,2010
Vladimir Numoheuok
Merrimack Engineering Services
66 Park Street
Andover,MA018l0
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Dear Mr.0emohcnok:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated June 3,20 10 and received on June 21,20 10 !
has been reviewed. Unfortunately,the plan cannot bo approved until the following items are corrected. The specific �
section iu Title 5: 310 CMR l5.000`nr North Andover regulation that iu not met 6y this design follows each item.
l. The pump chamber outlet invert lo not depicted*u the design plan. Please provide this elevation.
2. In the scaled profile on sheet I of 2,it appears that the pump chamber outlet invert is approximately at
elevation 46.UV` and the graphic profile indicates the ESHW7at elevation 97.23`.It this ia accurate,u
Local Upgrade Approval must ho requested for being less than l2'"above B8BVVT with the tank invert(310
CMR 15.405(1)0)).If not,please note this oo your response letter.
2. Please submit the results of the soil testing on the current DEP soil evaluation forms I I & 12(NA 2.3).
Please note that this requirement ia now io the newly revised local regulation.
4. Please indicate that u riser to within 6 inches of finish grade ie required nhovethodixtr8botiunhoxif greater
than V inches below grade(3lO CUR l522l(l3)).
Please feel&neto contact the office with any questions you may have. We look forward toworking with you to |
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1600 Osgood Street HEALTH DEPARTMENT Page 1nf1
Building 20;Suite 2-36 E-Mail: hoa|Mhdepu@towno[ ouhandover.00m
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone: 978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
MERRIMACK ENGINEERING SERVICES, INC,
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS - LAND SURVEYORS d PLANNERS
66 PARK STREET 4 ANDOVER,MA 01810 m (978)475-3555,373-5721 a FAX(978)475-1448 E-MAILInfo@merrimackengineering.com
July 15, 2010
Susan Sawyer
Public Health.Director
1600 Osgood Street �
Building 20, Suite 2-36
North Andover, MA 01845
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Dear Susan,
We received your review dated 7-14-10 for the above referenced site.
We are in disagreement with the reviewer with regard to items 1, 2 & 4 of the review
letter. Items 1 & 2 pertain to CMR 15.405(1)0).
15.405(1)0) specifically refers to inlet and outlet TEES and their relationship to high
ground water. The word TEES is not used casually in Title 5, but specifically to refer to
gravity pipes and not force mains which don't utilize tees. The significance is that if a
gravity pipe is at or near the water table, ground water could infiltrate the pipe and be
conveyed to the soil absorption system. The location of the force main and the height it is
cored through the tank wall is irrelevant because the force main is a sealed pipe with a
connection directly to the pump unit. If 15.405 (1)0) did apply to force mains,then it
would apply to the height of the pump connection which is usually always below the high
ground water elevation.
We are confident that the system, as designed, meets the requirements of CMR
15.405(1)0) and that there is no discrepancy with the plans in that no elevations should
be sealed off the graphic profile as it is for graphic purposes only.
With regard to item#3, enclosed are copies of the soils reports on current DEP forms.
With regard to item #4, as we have explained in the past,the soil absorption system is in
fill, and the elevations and grading on the plan represent the final grade at the distribution
box to be 5 inches below the surface, as such, no riser is required.
July 15, 2010
Susan Sawyer (page 2)
We feel the plans as originally submitted, meet the requirements of Title S and the North
Andover Board of Health and should be approved as originally submitted.
We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter, as the home owner is anxious to
proceed with the replacement of their failed system in the best interest of public health
and environmental protection.
Yours Truly, _
William Dufresne
Merrimack Engineering
MERRIMACK ENGINEERING SERVICES,INC.
66 PARK STREET a ANDOVER,MASSACHUSETTS 01810
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Community Development Division
July 14,2010
Vladimir Nemchenok
Merrimack Engineering Services
66 Park Street
Andover,MA 01810
Re: Subsurface Sewage Disposal System Plan for 44 Marian Drive,Map 107C,Lot 57
Dear Mr.Nemchenok:
The proposed wastewater system design plan for the above site dated June 3,2010 and received on June 21,2010
has been reviewed. Unfortunately,the plan cannot be approved until the following items are corrected. The specific
section in Title 5: 310 CMR 15.000,or North Andover regulation that is not met by this design follows each item.
1. The pump chamber outlet invert is not depicted on the design plan. Please provide this elevation.
2. In the scaled profile on sheet 1 of 2,it appears that the pump chamber outlet invert is approximately at
elevation 96.00' and the graphic profile indicates the ESHWT at elevation 97.23'.If this is accurate, a
Local Upgrade Approval must be requested for being less than 12"above ESHWT with the tank invert(3 10
CMR 15.405(1)0)).If not,please note this on your response letter.
3. Please submit the results of the soil testing on the current DEP soil evaluation forms 11 & 12(NA 2.3).
Please note that this requirement is now in the newly revised local regulation.
4. Please indicate that a riser to within 6 inches of finish grade is required above the distribution box if greater
than 9 inches below grade(3 10 CMR 15.221(13)).
Please feel free to contact the office with any questions you may have. We look forward to working with you to
obtain a wastewater treatment and dispersal system which will be in compliance with all regulations and assure
protection public health and the environment of North Andover.
Sincerely
r' Susan Y. Sawyer,REHS S
Public Health Director
cc: Louis Bowab
File
1600 Osgood Street HEALTH DEPARTMENT Page 1 of 1
Building 20;Suite 2-36 E-Mail: healthdept @townofnorthandover.com
North Andover, MA 01845 Phone:978.688.9540 Fax: 978.688.8476
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North Andover Health Department
Community Development Division
August 2,2010
Louis Bowab
44 Marian Drive
North Andover,MA 01845
RE: Septic System Design, 44 Marian Drive, North Andover,Map 1070, Lot 57
Dear Mr. Bowab,
The North Andover Board of Health has completed the review of the septic system design plans,
for the above referenced property, submitted on your behalf by Merrimack Engineering Services,
dated June 3, 2010. This approval includes the Health Department approval of a local upgrade
for allowing the reduction in separation between the Soil Absorption System and the high ground
water table from four (4) feet to three (3) feet. Please keep a copy of the attached document for
your records.
This design plan has been approved for use in the construction of an onsite septic system for a 4-
bedroom house (maximum 9-room) and is valid for a period of two years from the date of this
letter or from the date that the system failed a documented.Title V inspection.
During this time, a licensed septic system installer must obtain a permit and complete this work,
and a Certificate of Compliance be endorsed by the installer, designer and the Town of North
Andover. In the event of an imminent health problem, such as sewage backup into the dwelling,
the North Andover Board of Health may reduce the time period for which this plan is valid.
This approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. It is the responsibility of the applicant and/or the applicant's septic system designer, septic
system installer or other representative to ensure that all other state and municipal
requirements are met. These may include review by the Conservation Commission, Zoning
Board, Planning Board, Building Inspector, Plumbing Inspector and/or Electrical Inspector.
The issuance of a Disposal System Construction Permit shall not construe or imply
compliance with any of the aforementioned requirement.
2. If site conditions are found in the field to be different from those indicated on the design plan
and/or soil evaluation,the originally issued Disposal System Construction Permit is void,
installation shall stop, and the applicant shall reapply for a new Disposal Systems
Construction Permit.
1600 Osgood Street,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845
Phone 978.688.9540 Fox 978.688.8476 Web www.townofnorthandover.com
44 Marian Drive Septic Plan Approval Letter August 2, 2010
Your effort to provide a properly functioning septic system for your dwelling is greatly
appreciated. The Health Department may be reached at 978-688-9540 with any questions you
may have.
Sincer -y,
usan Y�awyer, S/RS
Public Health Director
Cc: Merrimack Engineering Services
Attach: Form 9B —Local Upgrade Approval Form
List of licensed septic system installers
1600 Osgood Street,North Andover,Massachusetts 01845
Phone 978.688.9540 Fax 978.688.8476 Web www.townofnorthandover.com
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
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Local Upgrade
Form 91
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DEP has provided this form for use by local Boards of Health if they choose to do so.
The Local Upgrade Approval is to be completed by the local Board of Health and a signed copy provided
to the system owner.
A. Facility Information
Important:When
filling out forms 1. Facility Name and Address
on the computer,
use only the tab Louis Bowab
key to move your Name
cursor-do not 44 Marian Drive
use the return Street Address
key.
North Andover MA 01845
rab City/Town State Zip Code
2. Owner Name and Address (if different from above):
Name Street Address
City/Town State
Zip Code Telephone Number
3. Type of Facility (check all that apply):
® Residential ❑ Institutional ❑ Commercial ❑ School
4. Design flow per 310 CMR 15.203: 440
gpd
5. Designer:System Vladimir Nemchenok F-1 PE [:1 RS
y g Name
66 Park Street North Andover MA, 0184
Address City/Town State,ZIP
B. Approval
1. Local Upgrade Approval is granted for:
❑ Reduction in setback(s)—specify:
❑ Reduction in SAS area of up to 25%: SAS size,sq.ft. %reduction
44 Marian Drive, North Andover,MA 01845•rev.7/06 Local Upgrade Approval* Page 1 of 2
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City/Town of North Andover
Local Upgrade Approval
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B. Approval (continued)
® Reduction in separation between the SAS and high groundwater:
Separation reduction 1
ft.
Percolation rate 11 min/inch
min./inch
Depth to groundwater 3
ft.
❑ Relocation of water supply well (explain):
❑ Reduction of 12-inch separation between inlet and outlet tees and high groundwater
❑ Use of only one deep hole in proposed disposal area
❑ Use of a sieve analysis as a substitute for a perc test
List local variances granted not requiring DEP approval per 310 CMR 15.412(4):
List variances granted requiring DEP approval:
North Andover Health Department
Approving Authority /
Susan Sawyer, Health Director July 30, 2010
Print or Type Name and Title Sig ature Date
44 Marian Drive, North Andover,MA 01845•rev.7/06 Local Upgrade Approval* Page 2 of 2
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From :Susan Sawyer<ssawyer @townofnorthandover.com> Fri Jul 30 2010 1:41:48 PM
Subject:44 Marian Drive
To:'Bill Dufresne' <brdufresne@comcast.net>
Bill, in response to your letter regarding the force main proposed for 44 Marian Drive,I decided to forward the question to Claire Golden. My concern was that the
installer does not know where the water table is and by coring a hole it would be compromising the tank.Yes,I understand it can be sealed properly of course,
but I definitely want to check that on inspection.
It appears your conclusion was accurate, however it was for a different reason.The word outlet was not the issue.As I understand her,it was actually that it is a
pump tank and not a septic tank. Please read the correspondence below.I will be approving the plan and sending the letter possibly by the end of the day,or on
Monday.
Feel free to call next time if you would like to.The regulation is the rule but I could have explained why I agreed with the reviewer.
Thank you.
Susan
-----Original Message-----
From: Golden,Claire(DEP)[mailto:Claire.Golden @state.ma.usl
Sent: Friday,July 30,2010 8:31 AM
To: Sawyer,Susan
Cc: Ferris, David(DEP)
Subject: RE: can I have your input
Susan,
Bill Dufresne is correct in the following regards:
a) Title 5 does not specify that that outlet elevation of a pump chamber be denoted. This information is required for septic tanks. Whereas I concur that most
installers will use the existing precored outlet,some may not for whatever reason. The elevation of the force main as it exists the actual pump must be noted as
that will affect the associated pump curve.
b) Given the above,the location of the pump chamber inlet and/or outlet as they related to ESHGWE does not trigger the need for LUA approval. However,that
does not mean that the requirements of 15.254(2)(b)can be ignored.Specifically this section of the Code requires that pump chambers be designed in
accordance with 310 CMR 15.231. 310 CMR 15.231(11)requires watertightness. The entire tee location(as it relates to ESHGWE)was added to the Code to
address the common leaking into a septic tank through the coring of the tank to place pipes into or out of tanks. Besides the joint around the tank,the coring is
the next logical location for a leak.So the approach should be to demonstrate that the pipe opening has been sealed properly and that the pump chamber is
watertight.
Claire
Claire A.Golden
Environmental Engineer IV
Watershed Permitting Program
MassDEP/NERD/BRP
2058 Lowell Street
Wilmington,MA 01887
direct:978-694-3244
fax: 978-694-3498 or 978-694-3499
claire.golden @state.ma.us
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