Do We Need a Permit when Drilling a Well in a Modular Home?

A permit is necessary when a water well near or within the modular home property is drilled. This follows the law that all Michigan counties should require a well permit to be obtained from the local health department before the well is drilled within the modular home property.

Well drilling subcontractors must be certain that a permit has been obtained. If the property owner obtained the permit the well driller should ask to see the permit before beginning the well. Permits contain important information about where the well must be placed on the property to avoid contamination sources. Minimum well depths due to recorded plat restrictions, minimum capacity, and other conditions are commonly noted on permits.

Requirements for Getting a Permit for the Modular Home Water Well

Zoning Laws

Check your local zoning laws before applying for a permit for your water well . Many cities do not allow private water wells to be dug on their city limits, while other cities may have many restrictions in place when drilling water wells. First talk to your local city administrator to find out if you’re legally able to build your own water well on your property.

Location of Water Well from the Septic Tank

To get a permit from the health department or the local building department, the subcontractor must see to it that the distance of the water well of a modular home from the septic tank is within the regulated measurement. This should be followed to ensure that the water well will not be contaminated.

Size of the Water Well

One of the first things to consider when getting a permit for the modular home well is the size of the drilling area as well as the recharge rate of the water in the area. The size includes the depth of the well which should be determined and presented to the permit giving body for evaluation. The size and depth shows how much space does the well occupy within your property. The recharge rate is the flow of water to your well, which is how much water will be left after you initially drill. A good area to drill is where you have a constant water recharge rate, where groundwater will immediately return to your well source after the initial water has been pumped.

Failure to comply with permit conditions can result in the need to redrill the well or in the revocation of the well drilling contractor’s Certificate of Registration. Be sure you comply with all local ordinances and permit conditions. Since ordinances differ from county-to-county it is wise to check with the local health department for specific requirements.

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