Martin County, FL septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: Patsy Lindo-Wood
  • Own septic program: No, uses Florida state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 158,431

Permit fee comparison

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

Local rules

Within St. Lucie River and Estuary BMAP area (adopted 2013). ENR-OSTDS nitrogen-reducing systems required for new septic in BMAP areas. County has completed ~3,500 septic-to-sewer conversions with ~4,000 more underway and 3,000+ in planning. Has reduced over 70,000 lbs/yr total nitrogen. Lawn fertilizer controls restrict phosphorus and nitrogen year-round. Active Connect to Protect program for sewer connections.

What SepticPro has on file for Martin 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-Martin before applying.