CHAPTER 267
An Act to amend and reenact §§ 59.1-310.7 and 59.1-310.9 of the Code of Virginia, relating to authorized septic system inspectors; scope of services and requirements.
[H 1178]
Approved April 6, 2026
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That §§ 59.1-310.7 and 59.1-310.9 of the Code of Virginia are amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 59.1-310.7 . Definitions.
As used in this chapter , unless the context requires otherwise:
"Authorized septic system inspector" means a person who possesses the qualifications required by the provisions of this chapter.
"Inspection" means an examination of a septic system that is requested by a lending institution, real estate licensee, prospective homebuyer, or other impacted party as a condition of sale, refinancing, or transfer of title and that meets the minimum requirements in subsection B of § 59.1-310.9 .
"Person" means an individual, partnership, corporation, association, or other entity.