HomeMy WebLinkAboutTB 2026-034 Sewer Exemption for 1439 Trumansburg RdMEETING OF THE ITHACA TOWN BOARD
May 18, 2026
TB Resolution 2026 - 034: Approval and authorization for a Sewer Exemption at 1439 Trumansburg Rd
Whereas the Town Engineer received a request dated May 9, 2026, from Clayton and Heather Lemons, owners of 1439Trumansburg Road, Tax Parcel 23.-1-41.2,for a Sewer Exemption, and
Whereas the owners are replacing an existing septic system for a single-family home that has failed on the property, and
Whereas the closest sewer main is approximately 900’ feet away at an estimated cost to connect of $200,000, now, therefore be it
Resolved, that pursuant to Town Code Section 214-6, the Town Board finds the applicant has shown unusual and the extreme practical difficulties in connecting to municipal sewer for the
reasons stated above, and authorizes the Town Engineer to issue a Sewer Exemption for 1439 Trumansburg Rd, for the installation of a new, onsite wastewater treatment system associated
with the existing single-family residence, subject to the consent of the Tompkins County Health Department.
Moved:Rich DePaoloSeconded: Susie Gutenberger
Vote: ayes – Howe, DePaolo, Gutenberger and Bleiwas