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What portion of the wastewater distribution system is the property owner’s responsibility?: The property owner is responsible for all service pipes up to and including the connection to the main.

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1. How do I avoid sewer back-ups?: The city’s sewers are designed to dispose of very specific things. Using your toilet for disposal of many modern products will often result in blockages. The drains that connect your home to the main sewer are only big enough to carry water, toilet paper, and human waste – often no wider than four inches.

2. What portion of the wastewater distribution system is the property owner’s responsibility?: The property owner is responsible for all service pipes up to and including the connection to the main.