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abatement (uh-BAIT-ment)

Putting an end to an undesirable or unlawful condition affecting the wastewater collection system. A property owner found to have inflow sources connected to the collection system may be issued a notice of abatement. Such notices will usually describe the violation, suggest corrective measures, and grant a period of time for compliance.