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OSTDS


 

Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) - Inspector Jason Krazit


Protecting health is the primary, positive result from properly designed, installed, and maintained onsite sewage systems. The objective of the Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System (OSTDS) program is to provide safe and sanitary treatment of domestic and commercial sewage in areas not served by public sewage systems. The programs goal is to protect the public from infectious disease. Improperly built or maintained onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems (Septic tanks) pollute ground and surface water, degrades water quality and spreads disease.


Additional information can be accessed at Bureau of Onsite Sewage Programs Index at http://www.doh.state.fl.us/environment/ostds/index.html


Gadsden County Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems (OSTDS) Fees


Remember fees may change or vary based on program contact your County Environmental Health Department for any changes to fees. (850) 539-2888

 

Existing Systems $100.00
   
Repair permits $350.00

With Soils

$235.00
   
New Construction Permit $475.00

With Soils

$305.00
   
Modification Permits $420.00

With Soils

$305.00
   
Site Evaluation Only $115.00
   

Site Re-Evaluation

$115.00
   
Amendment to Construction Permit $55.00
   
Tank Abandonment $100.00
   
Re-Inspections $100.00

 

 

Report Unlawful Septic Tank Contracting to 1-888-993-9813. By Florida Department of Health

 

 

Gadsden County Onsite Sewage Tank Disposal System Application Packet: Please download and present the following documents when applying for a septic permit in Gadsden County

 

Must Read To Whom It May Concern
Must Read Fees cover letter (on letterhead)
Packet- Must Have Application for OSTDS Construction - Form DH4015 Page 1
Packet- Must Have Application for OSTDS Construction (Site Plan) - Form DH4015 Page 2
Packet- Must Have Site Evaluation and System Specifications - Form DH4015 Page 3
Packet- Must Have Existing System and System Repair Evaluation - Form DH4015 Page 4
Packet- Must Have Fee Acknowledgement cover letter
Packet- Must Have Agent Authorization Form
Useful Sample Sample Site Plan
Useful Sample Sample Plan Checklist
Rules Rules and Statutes (Chapter 64E-6 FAC, 381 FS, 386 FS)
  Septic System Brochure
  Homebuyer's Guide to Septic Systems
What do I need to know before I buy a house with a Septic System?
  A Homebuyer's Guide to Septic Systems
U. S. Environmental Protection Agency's guide to how a septic system works and how to keep it operating efficiently.
  A Homeowner's Guide to Septic Systems
Spanish version (Guía sobre sistemas sépticos para propietarios de casas)
Protecting your home, caring for your septic system. Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Onsite Sewage Programs
Contact County Code Enforcement for variance information http://www.gadsdengov.net/index.aspx?page=265