Jefferson County Considers Groundwater Testing Policy for Developers
In an article published by The Spirit of Jefferson, the Jefferson County Commission is exploring the possibility of adopting a groundwater testing policy similar to that of Berkeley County, which requires developers of larger projects to assess the quantity and quality of groundwater before receiving occupancy permits. This initiative, proposed by Commissioner Pasha Majdi, aims to manage water resources responsibly amid growing development interest. Water Advisory Committee chair Mary Sell supports the policy, stating that such testing would help ensure new developments do not adversely affect neighboring properties' groundwater. Additional staffing discussions within the Sheriff's Office were also addressed during the commission meeting.
