Delaware County, IN septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Health Department
  • Authorized agent: Delaware County County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Indiana state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 111,903

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Delaware 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 Delaware 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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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Delaware County

Enter the address, draw the system on the aerial with the parcel lines and topo, and print it to scale for Delaware County Health Department. See how SepticPro site plans work.

Other Indiana counties

Data checked 2026-05-11. Always confirm requirements with Delaware County Health Department before applying.