Water source
Well sanitary protection zone: how many metres
Russia
30–50 m sanitary protection zone (depends on aquifer protection); 8 m to septic/compost by SP 53.
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.
Sanitary protection zone
30–50 m around the source
SanPiN 2.1.3684-21 (sanitary requirements; water supply protection)
To septic / compost / toilet
At least 8 m
SP 53.13330.2019
Forbidden inside
Septic, cesspit, compost, manure, fertiliser/chemical stores, parking.
SanPiN 2.1.3684-21 (sanitary requirements; water supply protection)
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.
