Victorian Environment Protection Act 1970
The Victorian Environment Protection Act 1970 is design to create a legislative framework for the protection of the environment in Victoria having regard to the principles of environment protection.
Part IXB of the Act which deals with septic tank systems, gives municipal councils a number of responsibilities with respect to septic tanks.
53J. Definitions
53K. Declaration of area by municipal council
53L. Permit required
53M. Application for a permit
53MA. Compliance with permit
53MB. Approval of septic tank system
53N. Maintenance of septic tank systems
53O. Annual return