These improper connections transfer rain and groundwater into the sanitary sewer system. Correction is needed. Since water collected from basement floor drains is discharged outside, this system is in compliance. No correction is needed. Improper Roof Drain Connection Roof leaders collecting rain water that discharges into the sanitary sewer are not in compliance with ordinance 16.04.
Correction is required.
Proper Roof Drain Flow Roof leaders collecting rain water discharged on the ground are in compliance. No correction is required. Although sump pumps and ejector pumps look similar, they have different purposes. Sump Pumps Sump pumps transfer rain or seeping groundwater from a home foundation or basement to a location outside of the home and above ground so that the water can be absorbed into the ground, evaporated or deposited into a gutter or storm drain. Sump pumps do not handle sanitary sewage from toilets, baths, showers or washing machines.