Citrus County, FL septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: Will Bryant, EH Director
  • Own septic program: No, uses Florida state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 153,843

Permit fee comparison

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

Local rules

All three first-magnitude springs (Crystal River/Kings Bay, Homosassa, Chassahowitzka) are Outstanding Florida Springs and impaired due to excess nitrogen. Effective Dec 15, 2025, repairs/modifications to existing septic systems in Priority Focus Areas within BMAP zones require nitrogen-reducing (ENR-OSTDS) systems. New systems on lots ≤1 acre in BMAP areas require ENR-OSTDS. Septic Upgrade Incentive Program offers up to $7,000 reimbursement for nitrogen-reducing system installation (through March 2027 or until $3.9M exhausted).

What SepticPro has on file for Citrus 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 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with DOH-Citrus before applying.