Anderson County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Anderson County, Texas are permitted by TCEQ Region 5 - Tyler under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Tceq Regional
  • Authorized agent: Christina Crockett (EMC Director)
  • Own septic program: No, uses Texas state rules
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 57,922

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Anderson County: $285. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

EMC Director: Christina Crockett (903-723-7813, [email protected]). Office at 703 N. Mallard St, Suite 109, Palestine, TX 75801. OSSF application form available on county website. Application procedure outlined on county OSSF page.

What SepticPro has on file for Anderson 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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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Anderson County

Enter the address, draw the system on the aerial with the parcel lines and topo, and print it to scale for TCEQ Region 5 - Tyler. See how SepticPro site plans work.

Other Texas counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with TCEQ Region 5 - Tyler before applying.