Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska are permitted by Fairbanks North Star Borough Community Planning under 18 AAC 72.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: Fairbanks North Star Borough County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Alaska state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 95,655

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Fairbanks North Star Borough: $2,030. Alaska average: $2,030.

Local rules

County operates under state-level 18 AAC 72. Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Fairbanks North Star Borough

  • 9 permit fees with sources
  • The agency phone, email and office address
  • Setback distances
  • Soil and perc test requirements
  • Allowed system types
  • System design rules
  • Inspection requirements
  • Maintenance and pumping rules
  • Point-of-sale rules
  • Installer, designer and pumper licensing

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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Fairbanks North Star Borough

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Other Alaska counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Fairbanks North Star Borough Community Planning before applying.