Registration of private well supplies used as part of commercial or public activities

Do you have a private well supply being used as part of a commercial or public activity?

If you have your own private water supply, such as a well, and you are using this water as part of a public or commercial activity, you may need to be on our register and get your water checked by Cavan County Council. This is to ensure that your water supply is safe for drinking in line with the Drinking Water Regulations 2023.

Examples of the types of premises on the register include: schools, creches, shops, community centres, public houses, food establishments, etc.

If you want further information or think that you may need to be on our register for monitoring, please contact Cavan County Council Environment Department on 049 437 8486.

Please note: Well supplies serving domestic houses are not within Cavan County Council's remit under the Drinking Water Regulations.

Advice to householders served by private well supplies

Even if you do not fall within Cavan County Council's remit for monitoring, it is recommended if your home is served by a private well, that at a minimum your well supply is tested annually for microbiological contamination and every three years for chemical contamination. It is also recommended that a visual inspection of your well is undertaken, to ensure it is properly sealed and not at risk from contamination.

Further information

For further tips on checking your well please visit:

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