New Franklin Control Manholes to Facilitate Observation, Sampling and Measurement of Industrial and Commercial Wastes ordinance (§ 705.220)
Chapter 705: Sewers and Sewage Disposal · Article IV. Sewage Disposal and Sewer Use Standards
In short: When the Board requires it, owners of properties with industrial or commercial waste sewers must install and maintain, at their own expense, control manholes for sampling and measurement.
Our plain-English summary, not the official text or legal advice. The ordinance below is what counts.
When required by the Board, the owner of any property served by a building sewer carrying industrial wastes or commercial wastes shall install one (1) or more suitable control manholes in the building sewer to facilitate observation, sampling and measurement of wastes. Such manholes, when required, shall be accessibly and safely located and shall be constructed in accordance with plans approved by the Board. The manholes shall be installed by the owner at his/her expense and shall be maintained by him/her so as to be safe and accessible at all times.
Official source: New Franklin City Code, page 43 of the city's PDF
Last checked October 30, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.