Deschutes County, OR septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Deschutes County, Oregon are permitted by Deschutes County Community Development under OAR 340-071.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Mixed
  • Authorized agent: Deschutes County Health Department
  • Own septic program: No, uses Oregon state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 198,253

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Deschutes County: $621. Oregon average: $621.

Local rules

County operates under state-level OAR 340-071 (Onsite Sewage Disposal). Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.

What SepticPro has on file for Deschutes County

  • 49 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 Deschutes County Community Development before applying.