Permits

OSTDS Permits

• New Septic System Installation
• Repair or Replace an Existing Septic System
• Existing System Approval for Change of Use
• Abandonment After Septic System is Disconnected

Operating Permits

• Aerobic Treatment Units (ATU)
• Performance Based Systems
• I/M Zone or Systems Receiving Commercial Waste
• Temporary Holding Tanks
• Variances
• Permit Lookup

Septic Tank Contractor Information

The Onsite Wastewater section state office in Tallahassee licenses septic tank contractors and provides a hands-on training center to provide basic and continuing education courses to Department staff and licensed contractors.

• List of Licensed Septic Tank Contractors by County
• List of Approved Maintenance Entities (67 KB PDF)
• Check for Enforcement Actions on DOH Licensed Septic Tank Contractors

To report unlawful septic contracting, contact the Florida Department of Health.