Division of Administrative Hearings, Florida
Filed: Oct. 11, 2012
Did Respondents violate Florida Administrative Code Rules 64E-6.010(5) and (7) by dumping untreated septage (untreated septic tank waste) onto the ground, instead of transporting it to an approved treatment facility? Did Respondents commit gross negligence, incompetence, and/or misconduct by dumping untreated septage onto the ground in violation of rule 64E-6.022(1)(n)? Did Respondents create a sanitary nuisance, exposing human and animal life to untreated human waste and endangering the public's health and safety by dumping untreated septage onto the ground in violation of rule 64E-6.022(1)(q)? If Respondents committed any of the offenses described above, what penalties should be imposed?Clear and convincing evidence proved Casanova & Busy Bee dumped approximately 3,000 gallons of septage on vacant land in Lee County. In light of previous violations and severity of the offense registration and certifications should be revoked.
