Wells County, ND septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Wells County, North Dakota are permitted by Central Valley Health District under NDAC 62-03.1-03.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Mixed
  • Authorized agent: Wells County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses North Dakota state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 3,982

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Wells County: $55. North Dakota average: $55.

Local rules

County operates under state-level NDCC 23.1-04 and NDAC 33-33. Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Wells County

  • 5 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 Wells County

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Other North Dakota counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Central Valley Health District before applying.