When last I looked (which would've been early '90's), all roof drains were
required to connect to underground drain lines rather than empty to grade. The
codes were redone since then and it may be that the rule was changed. I think
you need to check the plumbing regs on this.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: [email protected]
Sent: Sat, 3 Mar 2007 8:37 PM
Subject: [UC] Drainage Questions - need input
One of my neighbors has his downspout disconnected from the main plumbing
line to divert rainwater from the main drainage pipe and into the concrete
space between our twin houses. Instead of getting a plumber to clear the
blockage in the main drain he apparently years ago just cut the pipe, put in an
elbow, and has the water flowing over the ground.
I approached the neighbor last Summer with my concerns and with
recommendations of a good plumber (when I had plumbing and concrete work done)
and he was pleasant, but it doesn't seem like the homeowner is going to have
any work done.
I welcome your feedback as to how I should try to address the situation. The
neighbor is a long-time home-owner, has the means to get the work done, but for
some reason doesn't think it's important. I think that his setup is a violation
of city code (at least I hope it is).
But I'm really concerned about the water drainage. My house is down-slope from
his and I'm concerned that the constant seepage over time could undermine the
foundation of my house.
Any suggestions?
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