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Topic 18. Shared Wells
March 28, 2019
This Chapter has been revised in its entirety.
a. Shared Well Requirements
A shared well refers to a well that serves two or more properties. The shared well must be:
capable of providing a continuing supply of safe and potable water to each property simultaneously, so that each dwelling will be assured a sufficient quantity for all domestic purposes,
protected by a permanent easement, which allows for maintenance and repair, and
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maintained under a well-sharing agreement containing provisions for the cost of repairs that is binding on the signatory parties and successors in title and has been recorded in public records.
b. Appraiser Responsibility
The appraiser must report that that the property is served by a shared well and note any readily apparent deficiencies.
c. Lender Responsibility
The lender must obtain the shared well agreement and review the agreement to determine eligibility.
d. Water Quality
The water quality must meet the requirements for individual wells described in Topic 17 of this Chapter.