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According to section 57 (1) of the Federal Water Act, waste water can only be discharged into waters if its pollution load is kept to the lowest level achievable in line with the best available technology. The specific requirements for municipal and industrial or commercial waste water are set out in the Waste Water Ordinance (Abwasserverordnung, AbwV). Waste water management for private households is the responsibility of the local authorities.
Note: The ordinance has been translated for information purposes. Only the German version is legally binding.