Hardee County, FL septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: Kevin King, EH Director
  • Own septic program: No, uses Florida state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 25,327

Permit fee comparison

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

Local rules

Rural county. Office at 115 K.D. Revell Road, Wauchula, FL 33873. Fax: 863-773-0978. ZI sheet from Hardee County Planning and Zoning (863-767-1964, 110 S 9th Ave, Wauchula) required before submitting new or modification septic applications. Checks payable to Health Department in Hardee County.

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