Polk County, MO septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Polk County, Missouri are permitted by Polk County Health Center under 19 CSR 20-3.060.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Mixed
  • Authorized agent: Polk County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Missouri state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 31,519

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Polk County: $90. Missouri average: $90.

Local rules

County operates under state-level 19 CSR 20-3.060. Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Polk 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 Missouri counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Polk County Health Center before applying.