Septic System Repair Permit & Inspection Process
A septic system permit is required to ensure any septic system installed in Montgomery County meets all current County and State standards relative to minimum setbacks associated with the protection of the health of all residents and the environment. This includes the replacement of failing systems.
A Homeowner's Guide to Septic Systems
A septic system permit is required to replace a failing system that serves an existing home. Please refer to the Guidelines for Septic System Repairs for more information.
A septic system permit is valid for twelve (12) months from the date of issuance and may be granted a one-time extension of 6 months from the expiration date. Once the permit has expired, a new application and fee is required.
A non-refundable permit fee must accompany the application package at submittal.
Please refer to the current fee regulation for information concerning fees associated with this permit process.
Septic system permits to replace a failing system are expedited and issued as soon as possible, based on available information.