HB 4471
Approved sewage systems for rental property
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires landlords in West Virginia to ensure that all rental properties are connected to approved sewer systems. It prohibits landlords from using ‘straight piping,’ which is the practice of directing sewage away from the property. The bill applies to both new rental properties and existing properties that were previously used as primary residences but are now being rented out, requiring updated plumbing to meet current standards.
Key provisions
- Requires all rental properties in West Virginia to have approved sewer systems.
- Prohibits the practice of ‘straight piping’ sewage away from rental properties.
- Applies to both new and existing rental properties.
- Requires updated plumbing to current standards for properties previously used as primary residences.
- Addresses landlord and tenant responsibilities regarding sewage disposal.
Who is affected
- Landlords
- Rental property owners
- Tenants
- Property owners in West Virginia
- The plumbing industry
Notable changes
- Establishes a specific requirement for sewer systems in rental properties.
- Outlaws the practice of ‘straight piping’ sewage.
- Updates plumbing standards for existing rental properties.
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours