Athens County, OH septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Athens County, Ohio are permitted by Athens City-County Health Department under OAC 3701-29.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Health Department
- Authorized agent: Athens County General Health District
- Own septic program: No, uses Ohio state rules
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 62,431
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Athens County: $55. Ohio average: $144.
Local rules
County operates under state-level OAC Chapter 3701-29 (Sewage Treatment Systems). Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.
What SepticPro has on file for Athens County
- 2 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 Athens City-County Health Department before applying.