Baker County, FL septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Baker County, Florida are permitted by DOH-Baker under FAC 64E-6.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: Michael Godwin, EH Director
  • Own septic program: No, uses Florida state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 28,259

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Baker County: $174. Florida average: $173.

Local rules

Rural county with standard state OSTDS requirements. Office at 480 West Lowder St., Macclenny, FL 32063. Fax: 904-259-4761.

What SepticPro has on file for Baker County

  • 30 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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Other Florida counties

Data checked 2026-05-15. Always confirm requirements with DOH-Baker before applying.