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Oak Lawn point-of-sale sewer inspection
Oak Lawn requires a sewer inspection before a single-family home changes hands. Knowing your building sewer’s condition before the Village inspection can save time at closing.
Calls are answered by a referral service that connects you with a local plumbing provider. How this works
The Village requirement
Starting April 1, 2021, the Village of Oak Lawn requires a point-of-sale sewer inspection prior to transfer of a single-family property, to reduce the risk of sewer backups into basements. The Village checks private sewer systems for compliance with Village Code 9-4D-11. The fee is $100, and the Village issues a Certification of Compliance or a Correction Notice.
Source: Village of Oak Lawn — Sewers (point-of-sale sewer inspection); Village of Oak Lawn — Transfer Stamps
Preparing before listing
- Have the building sewer cleared and camera-inspected so you know about roots, cracks or connections in advance.
- Look for connections that should not go to the sanitary sewer (downspouts, sump discharge).
- Find and expose the cleanout.
If you get a Correction Notice
Corrections typically mean plumbing work on the private sewer system, often with a Village permit. Repairs found on camera may be spot repairs or larger replacements. Sewer line repair
Related seller step
The Village also asks sellers to schedule a final water reading with the water billing division before purchasing transfer stamps.
What we could not confirm
What we could not confirm
- The inspection method the Village uses (for example, whether it televises the line).
- The specific defects listed in Village Code 9-4D-11.
Check with the official source before relying on these points.
Frequently asked questions
Does the requirement apply to condos?
The Village describes it for single-family homes being sold. Ask the Village about other property types.
Is a private camera inspection the same as the Village inspection?
No. The Village inspection is the compliance step. A private camera inspection helps you find and fix problems beforehand.
Related
- Oak Lawn plumbing helpHomes and permits
- Sewer camera inspectionKnow before you list
- Sewer line repairCorrections
- Floor drain backupWhy it matters
Sources
- Village of Oak Lawn — Sewers (point-of-sale sewer inspection) Official / primary
- Village of Oak Lawn — Transfer Stamps Official / primary
Information can change; official sources control.