Sewer lateral responsibility check
Pick your state: pick your state to see the usual split of sewer line responsibility, permit and inspection rules we found and city programs with official links.
Choose a state to see the rules we verified and official links. Or search your city, county or ZIP.
How to use it
Start with your state if you are just learning the basics. Then narrow to your city, county, or ZIP, because the rule at the street, curb, cleanout, or main can change by local utility or ordinance.
If you are planning work or a home sale, open the official links we list and confirm with the local sewer, public works, or building office. Ask specifically who owns the lower lateral, what permit is required, and whether a point-of-sale inspection or certificate applies.
Read Who is responsible for the sewer line: homeowner or city? and What is a sewer lateral (and where does yours end)?, browse every state page, or search your city, county or ZIP.