Sewage generators
A sewage generator is any property or business that produces wastewater collected and transported by a sewage hauler for disposal.
Niagara Region only accepts hauled sewage from approved generators. It's the hauler's responsibility to confirm a source is approved before accepting a load.
Do you need approval?
Whether your site needs approval depends on the source and type of sewage being generated. Learn about acceptable sewage types.
Pre-approved sources
No approval needed
- Septic tank serving a single residence
- Holding tank serving a single household
Sources that need approval
Approval needed before disposal
- Septic tank serving a business that is primarily washrooms
- Holding tank at a winery, distillery, brewery or industrial facility
- RV resort or trailer park with a communal sewage system
Check if your site is already approved
Search by property address to confirm whether your location has already been registered as an approved sewage generator. If your address is not found, you can submit an application.