Clark County, OH septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Clark County, Ohio are permitted by Clark County Combined Health District under OAC 3701-29.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Health Department
  • Authorized agent: Clark County General Health District
  • Own septic program: No, uses Ohio state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 136,001

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Clark 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 Clark 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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Other Ohio counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Clark County Combined Health District before applying.