Galveston County, TX septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Galveston County, Texas are permitted by Galveston County Health District - Environmental Health under 30 TAC Chapter 285.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Program
- Authorized agent: Jennifer Peebler
- Own septic program: Yes
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 350,682
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Galveston County: $231. Texas average: $285.
Local rules
Valid permit and approved plan required. Site Evaluation Form required with every application. 24-hour advance notice for inspections. Online OSSF Application available at gchdenvform.org. Note: Due to high water table, variation of water usage, soil and climate conditions, OSSF systems may not function satisfactorily at all times in Galveston County.
What SepticPro has on file for Galveston County
- 24 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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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Galveston County
Enter the address, draw the system on the aerial with the parcel lines and topo, and print it to scale for Galveston County Health District - Environmental Health. See how SepticPro site plans work.
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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Galveston County Health District - Environmental Health before applying.