Grayson County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Grayson County, Texas are permitted by Grayson County (Authorized Agent of TCEQ) under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Grayson County / TCEQ Region
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 135,543

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Grayson County: $170. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

Authorized agent of TCEQ and State of Texas. County modified OSSF rules Aug 8, 2021 to allow half-acre lots in certain circumstances. Has own Grayson County On-Site Sewage Facility Rules. 2-year continuous maintenance contract required for proprietary systems; new contract must be purchased 30 days before expiration. Affidavit to the Public required and filed with County Clerk. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.

What SepticPro has on file for Grayson County

  • 6 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 Grayson County (Authorized Agent of TCEQ) before applying.