DES MOINES - With very few exceptions, houses and buildings using septic systems must pass an inspection prior to finalizing a sale because of a law that goes into effect July 1. "Over time, these ...

Lawmakers on a panel that reviews state regulations have temporarily blocked a proposed change in state guidelines for a specific type of septic system, a change that would make it cheaper to install.

The Iowa Environmental Protection Commission has approved an update of rules on septic systems. Eric Wiklund of the DNR’s Water Quality Bureau says the change involves aerobic treatment units or ATU’s ...