Austin County, TX septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Austin County, Texas are permitted by Austin County under 30 TAC Chapter 285.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Program
- Authorized agent: Erica Resendez
- Own septic program: Yes
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 30,167
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Austin County: $290. Texas average: $285.
Local rules
Austin County Planning and Development Department issues permits for property development, culvert installation, and septic permits. Office at Austin County Courthouse, One East Main St., Bellville, TX 77418. Phone: 979-865-5911 Ext. 5110 or 5111. Note: previous email [email protected] appears to be City of Austin, not Austin County - needs verification.
What SepticPro has on file for Austin County
- 9 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 Austin County before applying.