Got a septic notice from Franklin Township? Here's what it means
If your home in Franklin Township (Adams County) isn't on public sewer, the township regulates your on-lot septic system. Here is what the township itself says:
- Franklin Township's ordinance says every tank in the township shall be pumped at least once every three years, and receipts from the pumper/hauler must be submitted to the township within the three-year pumping period. (source)
- The ordinance also calls for pumping whenever an inspection shows solids or scum filling more than 1/3 of the tank's liquid depth. (source)
- The township's homepage announces that septic pumping and inspections for District 3 are due by October 31, 2026. (source)
- Check your district on the township's district map, and contact the township or its Sewage Enforcement Officer with questions. (source)
What to do next
- Find your district and due year on the township's page or notice.
- Book a pumper/hauler the township accepts before your deadline.
- Make sure the pumping or inspection report gets back to the township as it requires.
- Questions about your specific property go to the township office or its Sewage Enforcement Officer.
Want a quote? Use the form above and a local pumper can get back to you. It's free.
See the Franklin Township deadline page.