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A new North Carolina law imposes a moratorium on construction projects needing new sewer line extensions in Brunswick County, as anticipated wastewater from future homes is counted as part of the existing system. This has led to the county's wastewater treatment plants being classified as over capacity by the state.

The two main systems, in Navassa and Supply, are subject to the '80/90 rule' that mandates expansion planning once capacity reaches 80%. While expansion plans exist, county officials express concern over the financial burden on current customers. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is collaborating with Brunswick County to address permitting issues for existing and future projects.