Washington County, MN septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Washington County, Minnesota are permitted by Washington County Environmental Services under Minnesota Rules Chapters 7080-7083.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Health Department
- Authorized agent: Washington County Environmental Services
- Own septic program: No, uses Minnesota state rules
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 267,568
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Washington 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 Washington 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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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Washington County Environmental Services before applying.