Non-collective sanitation systems must allow the preservation of surface and groundwater quality.
The technical specifications applicable to non-collective sanitation systems receiving a gross organic pollution load less than or equal to 1.2 kg are set by joint order of the ministers responsible for health, housing and the environment.
The technical requirements applicable to non-collective sanitation systems receiving a gross organic pollution load of more than 1.2 kg are those set by the order provided for in article R. 2224-11.
The terms and conditions of the technical inspection carried out by municipalities on non-collective sanitation systems are defined by order of the ministers responsible for local authorities, health and the environment.