Septic systems and private well coordination in Palm Beach County
Palm Beach County Health Department provides the local septic permit and inspection path within the Florida DEP onsite sewage program. For construction, addition, repair or a use change, confirm system type and capacity and use the current DEP 4015 construction permit application where applicable. Certain treatment and commercial systems also need operating permits. A building permit or generic utility service area does not prove sewer availability or septic suitability. Confirm private drinking water well requirements separately with Environmental Health and utility service with the actual provider.
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Steps
- 1
Confirm the exact site and local authority
Resolve the address and PCN, then use municipal rules within city limits and County rules only for unincorporated property.
discover.pbc.gov/pzb/building/Pages/Permit-Center.aspx - 2
Check project requirements before filing
Palm Beach County Health Department provides the local septic permit and inspection path within the Florida DEP onsite sewage program. For construction, addition, repair or a use change, confirm system type and capacity and use the current DEP 4015 construction permit application where applicable. Certain treatment and commercial systems also need operating permits. A building permit or generic utility service area does not prove sewer availability or septic suitability. Confirm private drinking water well requirements separately with Environmental Health and utility service with the actual provider.
palmbeach.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/environmen - 3
Prepare the current official application and supporting documents
Use the selected official checklist and project specific forms. Confirm plans, survey, ownership authorization, contractor or license details and required overlay approvals with the responsible office.
floridadep.gov/water/onsite-sewage/content/onsite-sewage-for - 4
File, obtain approvals and complete inspections
Submit to the responsible authority, pay its assessed fees, respond to review comments and complete the required inspections. Do not begin work or operation before the applicable permit, occupancy or license approvals.
palmbeach.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/environmen
Requirements
- Exact premises address and parcel control number
- Project scope and responsible local authority
- Current official checklist and applicable overlay approvals
Documents
- Applicant and owner authorization information
- Plans and supporting materials required by the selected official application
Fees
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Government review, permit or license fees | Project specific; obtain current authority calculation | County building schedule applies only to County permits. Municipal and state fees are separate. |
Good to know
Use exact local jurisdiction. County forms are scoped to unincorporated property; confirm the city forms at its published destination.