Union County, FL septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: State Agency
  • Authorized agent: Edward Rensberger
  • Own septic program: No, uses Florida state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 16,147

Permit fee comparison

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

Local rules

Rural county within the Suwannee River Water Management District. Standard state OSTDS requirements. One of the smallest counties in Florida by population.

What SepticPro has on file for Union 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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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Union County

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Other Florida counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with DOH-Union before applying.