Alabama Administrative Code Title 628 - ALABAMA ONSITE WASTEWATER BOARD
Here is a clear overview of Title 628 – Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board from the Alabama Administrative Code:
📘 Chapters Overview
Chapter 628‑X‑1: Definitions
Defines key terms used throughout the regulations, including:
Basic Installer, Advanced Level I/II, Pumper, Manufacturer, and Portable Toilet
The composition and appointment of the Board
Clarification on what constitutes “plumbing” vs. onsite wastewater systems (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Chapter 628‑X‑2: Organization, Administration & Board Procedures
Covers structure and operations of the Board:
Purpose and authority (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Board officers: Chairman, Vice‑Chairman, Secretary/Treasurer (each for up to 3 years) (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Meetings: Quarterly plus as needed, quorum = 5 members (admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
Voting rules, records access, rulings, and provisions for petitions
Chapter 628‑X‑3: Licensing
Details licensure requirements and processes:
Anyone involved in design, installation, servicing, pumping, manufacturing, or cleaning must be licensed (aowb.alabama.gov)
Hierarchical license levels: Basic → Advanced I → Advanced II, with specific prerequisites for experience and exams (aowb.alabama.gov)
Application, renewal, continuing education (6–10 hours annually), bonding requirements, inactive licenses, and record maintenance (aowb.alabama.gov)
Clarifies that onsite wastewater systems (including grinder pumps) are handled by this Board—not plumbers—though “building sewer” pumps still must meet plumbing codes (law.cornell.edu)
Chapter 628‑X‑4: Fees
Specifies all fees related to licensure:
Application fees ($25 each)
Exam fees: Basic/Pumper/Manufacturer/Portable ($100); Advanced I ($150); Advanced II ($200)
Annual renewal: Basic/Pumper/Portable/Manufacturer ($200); Advanced I ($300); Advanced II ($500)
Late fees and penalties ($100–$350 depending on timing), replacement license ($50) (aowb.alabama.gov)
Chapter 628‑X‑5: Enforcement & Disciplinary Actions
Establishes how violations are handled:
Investigations, hearings (per Alabama Administrative Procedures Act), disciplinary steps including suspension or revocation (aowb.alabama.gov)
Grounds for discipline: unlicensed work, fraud, misuse of license, criminal acts
Options for informal settlements, appeals, reinstatement procedures, and conflict-of-interest rules (aowb.alabama.gov)
✅ How to Use This
Who must be licensed? Anyone in Alabama installing, servicing, cleaning, pumping, manufacturing, or transporting onsite wastewater systems—including portable toilets.
Licensing steps:
Obtain Basic Installer license
Gain experience and education to qualify for Advanced I
Later, pursue Advanced II following additional experience and testing (aowb.alabama.gov)
Maintain compliance by renewing annually, completing CEUs, maintaining bonds, and adhering to fees and renewal deadlines.
Violations invite investigations, enforcement actions, fines, and possible license suspension or revocation.
📎 Quick Reference
Chapter
Topics Covered
1
Definitions of terms and license types
2
Board structure, meetings, rulings, procedure
3
Licensure requirements and protocols
4
Fee schedules and payment rules
5
Enforcement, discipline, appeals
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