Putnam County, NY septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Putnam County, New York are permitted by Putnam County Department of Health under 10 NYCRR Appendix 75-A.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Health Department
- Authorized agent: Putnam County Health Department
- Own septic program: No, uses New York state rules
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 97,668
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Putnam County: $310. New York average: $309.
Local rules
None known beyond state baseline
What SepticPro has on file for Putnam 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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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Putnam County Department of Health before applying.