Yes.
Title 5 requires the inspection of the septic system or cesspool
when a property changes hands. The Board of Health has a list of
private sector state certified inspectors. If you have any questions, do
not hesitate to call the Board of Health.
The Board of Health files hold plans called "as-built plan". This
plan shows the location of your septic system. As-built plans became
mandatory in May 1990, but were still commonly done prior to that.
If you are having problems with the living conditions in your
apartment, a housing inspection can be done. The result is an order to
correct any violations of the housing code. However, the occupant is
equally responsible to properly care for the landlord's property.
Housing inspections are limited to conditions that endanger or impair
the health, safety or well being of the occupant. Aesthetic and cosmetic
conditions are not applicable.
