We have a septic tank “turkey mound” and it’s the only part of our yard that’s in an ideal spot for a greenhouse. My parents just unloaded about $200 worth of starter plants on us and I can’t put them on our deck because something is digging in my planters. I was looking at just doing a cheap one that doesn’t need concrete postings, nothing permanent. Am I allowed to put something on top of this? I’m not planning on planting in-ground – I’d be using raised beds and containers.
by What_Next69
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Chances are pretty good you are not allowed, that said it really depends on your local law enforcement and how much they would care. Personally I’m guessing most enforcement would start with telling you to move it, or get rid of it, and only if you don’t do that are they likely to do anything more. Again that all depends on law enforcement in your area and the likelihood anyone would care or report it.
You need to look into your local zoning.
Are you saying he can’t put anything on top of the leach field or the septic tank access point? I can see there being a problem with the later, but putting raised beds or a pop-up greenhouse – what’s the issue? I bought a house in a suburban area with a cherry tree and fig tree both planted in the leach field. They told me the only thing you need to ensure is that you have access to the clean outs at each end.
And if you’re not using the septic, pay to have it caved in and filled, then you can do what you want – though you might consider getting a permit for this?
As long as the septic can be accessed to be cleaned, no big deal. Why would cops show up for putting a greenhouse on your own property?
Is that hill your drain field?
https://preview.redd.it/hlljj7uhsg4d1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=a2d4daa7423a527aba91aef587972bbd557050b1
Here’s my septic field