Jefferson County, FL septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Jefferson County, Florida are permitted by DOH-Jefferson under FAC 64E-6.
Septic permit program
- Program type: State Agency
- Authorized agent: William 'Bill' Gibson
- Own septic program: No, uses Florida state rules
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 14,510
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Jefferson County: $174. Florida average: $173.
Local rules
One of 16 NW Florida counties where DEP took over septic permitting as of Jan 2, 2025. Wacissa Spring Group is an Outstanding Florida Spring (first magnitude, 20 springs feeding Wacissa River) and is considered impaired. Part of the Wacissa River and Spring Group BMAP. Office at 1255 West Washington St., Monticello, FL 32344. Fax: 850-342-0257. BMAP does not currently require existing system upgrades in this area.
What SepticPro has on file for Jefferson 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-Jefferson before applying.