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Outdoor Drainage Fixtures
Outdoor drainage fixtures like sinks and showers often connect to the sewer. If not properly installed and permitted, they can let rainwater enter the sewer system, which can lead to backups or spills into your home. Proper installation helps protect your home and prevent sewer spills, keeping our environment safe.
Draining rainwater into the sewer system is prohibited under:
Explore the tabs below for RVSD requirements.
Outdoor Sinks
Must be equipped with a cover to prevent rainwater from entering the sewer system.
Outdoor Showers

Must be roofed or fully covered by eaves.
Shower pans must include a curb, or the surrounding area must be sloped away.
Verification and Submission
RVSD must verify proper coverage. Submit plans for review and comment here .
RVSD reserves the right to approve or deny such proposals.
Requirements
Discharging a swimming pool into the sanitary sewer without RVSD approval and permit is prohibited.
Swimming pools shall not be physically connected to the sewer system.
Draining from pools, spas, and fountains into the sanitary sewer requires an RVSD permit
Appendix B of RVSD’s Standard Specifications & Drawings:
- Notification: Obtain permit then notify RVSD 48 hours before draining.
- Air Gap: Ensure water passes through an air gap tank.
Refer to Standard Drawing SD-41 (pg. 443) found here . - Cleanout: Discharge must enter through a sewer cleanout.
Installation of a new cleanout may be required if not present. - Maximum Flow Rate: Must not exceed 50 gallons per minute.
- Weather: Draining must occur during dry weather. Discharging during rain events is prohibited.
Surface Area Drains
Surface area drains for stormwater shall not discharge into the sewer system.