Brazoria County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Brazoria County, Texas are permitted by Brazoria County Environmental Health Department under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Jodie Vice
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 372,031

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Brazoria County: $310. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

State OSSF Regulations and Brazoria County regulations available on county website. Fees: Single family dwelling $210, all other types $410. Fees due only after permit application packet submitted, reviewed, and approved. In-person or mail submission only (no email for initial submissions). Address: 111 E Locust Bldg A-29 Suite 270, Angleton, TX 77515. Inspectors available in office Mon/Tue/Wed 8am-12pm and 1pm-4pm only.

What SepticPro has on file for Brazoria 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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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Brazoria County Environmental Health Department before applying.