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A. Deferral of mandatory connection may be authorized for up to three years after the property is subject to a mandatory connection.

B. Requests for deferrals must be made in writing to the City Manager of the City of Lakewood, and such a request should include the following information:

1. Requestor’s name, mailing address, and the address or parcel number of the property for which a deferral is sought.

2. Financial, medical, utility or tax information as the requestor deems relevant to the request for a deferral.

3. Proof of age if the requestor’s age is relevant to the request for a deferral.

4. Evidence of the structural integrity of the structure on the property and information regarding any plan that the structure will be demolished, refurbished or rebuilt within the deferral period.

5. Evidence that the existing septic system is in good working order as approved by the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department.

6. The length of time for which a deferral is sought.

7. Additional information as the requestor may deem relevant to the requested deferral.

8. As to public agencies or entities, information may be provided that would include future plans to decommission, sell or close facilities or buildings.

C. The City Manager, or designee, may revoke a deferral upon the occurrence of any of the events that would compel mandatory connection under LMC 12.15.060. Revocation of a deferral shall be ordered in writing. [Ord. 637 § 3, 2016; Ord. 530 § 1, 2011.]