Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 2 Exam Practice

A buyer wants to purchase a septic system for an older cottage. What should they do?

1. Get approval from the Ministry of the Environment

2. Ensure system design approval, then get a permit

3. Speak to the local building department

4. Verify septic design with cottage manufacturer

5. Install it directly after market research

6. Get a certificate from the Ministry of Natural Resources

The correct answer is: Speak to the local building department

In this scenario, when a buyer wants to purchase a septic system for an older cottage, the most appropriate step would be to speak to the local building department. This is because the local building department would have regulations and guidelines regarding septic systems in that specific area. They would be able to provide information on requirements, permits, approvals, and any restrictions related to installing a septic system at the cottage. This ensures that the buyer complies with all necessary regulations and avoids any potential issues in the future. While approval from the Ministry of the Environment or a certificate from the Ministry of Natural Resources may be important for environmental considerations, when it comes to the actual installation of a septic system, consulting the local building department would be the most relevant and essential step. Option B, ensuring system design approval before getting a permit, is also important in the process of installing a septic system, but the initial step of speaking to the local building department would help in understanding the specific requirements for the area. Verifying the septic design with the cottage manufacturer may not be necessary as the local building department or a septic system professional would typically handle the design aspect. Simply installing the septic system after market research without obtaining necessary approvals and permits could lead to legal issues and non-compliance with regulations.