Big Stone County, MN septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Big Stone County, Minnesota are permitted by Big Stone County Environmental Services under Minnesota Rules Chapters 7080-7083.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Health Department
  • Authorized agent: Big Stone County Environmental Services
  • Own septic program: No, uses Minnesota state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 5,166

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Big Stone County: $25. Minnesota average: $25.

Local rules

County operates under state-level Minnesota Rules Chapter 7080-7083 (SSTS). Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Big Stone County

  • 1 permit fee 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 Minnesota counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Big Stone County Environmental Services before applying.