Sec. 22-159. General Specifications for the Design and Construction of a Privy
Codified through Bill No. CB-018-2026, adopted May 12, 2026, effective July 24, 2026. Source: Municode, Supplement 2026 Update 2. Editorial notes and legislative history omitted.
Prince George's County, Md., Code § 22-159 (2026)
Sec. 22-159. General Specifications for the Design and Construction of a PrivyLinkCopy Citation
(a)
A privy pit may be constructed by boarding a square or rectangular pit to prevent earth caving or by providing a watertight structure in the pit.
(b)
The pit shall provide a minimum capacity of 50-cubic feet. The pit should be lined with boards and a privy building shall be placed over the pit. The floor of this building shall be of wood or concrete with the privy seat of wood. A vent located adjacent to the seat shall extend from the pit to a point above the roof of the building. The seat shall be provided with a cover which shall be self-closing.
(c)
All openings in the building shall be screened to prevent the entrance of flies. Earth shall be mounded on all sides of the building to prevent the entrance of rats to the pit.