Wayne County, NY septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Wayne County, New York are permitted by Wayne County Public Health under 10 NYCRR Appendix 75-A.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Health Department
  • Authorized agent: Wayne County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses New York state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 91,283

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Wayne County: $300. New York average: $309.

Local rules

Requires 12-month inspection after installation before operating permit is issued.

What SepticPro has on file for Wayne 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 New York counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Wayne County Public Health before applying.