Bell County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Bell County, Texas are permitted by TCEQ Region 9 - Waco under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Tceq Regional
  • Authorized agent: Bell County / TCEQ Region
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: Yes
  • Population: 370,647

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Bell County: $444. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

Has local order (2018) with requirements in addition to TAC 285. Requires all OSSFs to be permitted regardless of lot size or acreage (stricter than state - no 10-acre exemption). All affidavits must be filed with County Clerk before submitting application (effective Sept 1, 2024). County Clerk: 1201 Huey Rd, Belton TX 76513, 254-933-5160. Fee schedule revised Sept 2024. Address: 4236 Lowes Dr, Temple TX 76502. Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-5:30pm. Subdivisions not served by public water must meet Clearwater UWCD minimum lot size requirements if those exceed TAC 285. Pre-1988 undeveloped lots under 0.5 acre with public water require professional design regardless of soil or system type and must show secondary drainfield area.

What SepticPro has on file for Bell County

  • 12 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 Texas counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with TCEQ Region 9 - Waco before applying.