You learn something new every day

Today the state Department of Health came out to inspect the site and prepare the permits.  We learned that, as of 2007, the state of Michigan no longer permits drywells for new construction if there is room on the property for a drain field.  If you need a drywell because you don't have room for a drain field, you have to get a variance for it.  So, if you are reading this blog and you are looking to build a new house in Michigan, keep that in mind if you were thinking of putting in a drywell.  If you have the space you don't get an option.

Silly me. I thought the idea of living in the country was so you had more freedom to do what you want.  It appears the kind of restrictions you get in the city are migrating to the country as well.  I wish the government would stop trying to protect me from myself and concentrate on protecting me from other people.