Dearborn County, IN septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Dearborn County, Indiana are permitted by Dearborn County Health Department under 410 IAC 6-8.3.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Health Department
  • Authorized agent: Dearborn County County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Indiana state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 50,679

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Dearborn County: $400. Indiana average: $400.

Local rules

County operates under state-level 410 IAC 6-8.3. Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Dearborn County

  • 3 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 Indiana counties

Data checked 2026-05-16. Always confirm requirements with Dearborn County Health Department before applying.