New Britain Township is considering a significant update to its sewer and on-lot septic ordinances, which could impact homeowners, buyers, and real estate professionals in the area. The township council is reviewing proposals to modernize wastewater management standards, inspection requirements, and property-transfer rules.
Key Changes in the Proposed Ordinances
The proposed revisions would overhaul Chapter 18 of the township code and introduce two new chapters:
- Chapter 18A: Updates sewer discharge standards, connection rules, property-transfer inspections, and regulations for grease disposal and grinder pumps.
- Chapter 18B: Establishes new rules for on-lot septic systems, ensuring safe and efficient wastewater management for properties not connected to the public sewer system.
Two sections of the current code would be deleted to make way for these updates, which are intended to improve environmental compliance and property safety.
Public Hearing and Council Vote
Residents and property owners are invited to a public hearing on Monday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. at the municipal building, 207 Park Ave. Council plans to vote on the proposed ordinances the same evening.
The full text of the proposed regulations can be found in the agenda packet from the Nov. 17 business meeting, starting around page 71, for those who wish to review the details in advance.
Impact on Homeowners and Real Estate Transactions
These changes may affect:
- Property buyers and sellers, who may need updated septic inspections or sewer connection documentation
- Homeowners with on-lot septic systems, who must ensure compliance with the new regulations
- Real estate professionals, who will need to guide clients through updated inspection and transfer requirements
Staying informed about these updates is important for anyone involved in residential real estate in New Britain Township, particularly those planning property transactions in the near future.
Source: Bucks County Courier Times, 12/2025
