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Well / borehole sanitary zone
Water source

Well sanitary protection zone: how many metres

Italy

National civil-law rules are only a baseline. Check the regional rules and the current municipal planning instrument before fixing the zone.

Distances and rules

Around a drinking-water source you may not place contamination sources. The zone protects the water from septic systems, toilets, compost and chemical stores.

Official check Confirm the applicable regional and municipal rule for the specific property Italy — Civil Code, Articles 873–899

Important limitation

This is a planning aid, not a legal opinion. Before construction, check the local land-use rules, easements, the network/utility operator’s requirements and neighbour buildings.

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