North Slope Borough, AK septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in North Slope Borough, Alaska are permitted by North Slope Borough Planning and Community Services under 18 AAC 72.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: North Slope Borough County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Alaska state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 11,031

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in North Slope 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 North Slope 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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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with North Slope Borough Planning and Community Services before applying.