Sewer-discharge bylaw setting what may/may not be discharged into Rimouski's sewer network (prohibited substances, pretreatment requirements) to protect the collection system and treatment plants.
Water & sewer — Rimouski, Quebec
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The Town of Rimouski, Quebec has 5 adopted bylaws on file: Règlement 1089-2018 relatif aux rejets dans les réseaux d'égout; Règlement 1227-2021 concernant l'utilisation de l'eau potable provenant du réseau municipal de distribution; Règlement 53-2003 concernant la vidange des installations septiques; Règlement 773-2013 concernant les compteurs d'eau; Règlement 783-2013 sur l'installation, l'utilisation et la prise en charge de l'entretien des systèmes de traitement tertiaire avec désinfection par ultraviolet, verified 2026-08-23.
Regulates outdoor use of municipal drinking water (lawn watering, pool filling, car washing) — schedules/restrictions to reduce peak demand, with penalties for non-compliance; amended through 2024.
Sets mandatory septic-tank pump-out frequency and procedure for properties on individual septic systems within Rimouski.
Requires installation and regulates use/billing of water meters for properties connected to the municipal water system.
Governs installation, use and mandatory municipal maintenance take-over of tertiary wastewater-treatment systems with UV disinfection for properties not on the municipal sewer network.