Caldwell County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Caldwell County, Texas are permitted by Caldwell County Department of Sanitation under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

Program type: County Program
Authorized agent: Kasi L. Miles (Director of Sanitation)
Own septic program: Yes
Local rules beyond the state: No
Population: 45,883

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Caldwell County: $400. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

Director: Kasi L. Miles (512-398-1803, cell: 512-667-1680, fax: 512-398-1967, [email protected]). County Planner: Nicole Stephens (512-359-4624, [email protected]) for subdivision/development/code enforcement. Office at 1700 FM 2720, Lockhart, TX 78644. Appointments required for septic permits, inspections, subdivision meetings, and permits. Owners must maintain OSSF and submit signed maintenance contract within 30 days of property transfer. Permit transfer required upon sale of property.

What SepticPro has on file for Caldwell 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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Other Texas counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Caldwell County Department of Sanitation before applying.