Kendall County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Kendall County, Texas are permitted by Kendall County under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Own Program
  • Authorized agent: Kendall County / TCEQ Region
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 44,279

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Kendall County: $250. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

County has own OSSF program administered through county engineer's office. Fee schedule available (effective 9/1/2023). Applications must be approved or denied within 30 days. Local rules: Affidavit to the Public form required on all aerobic systems (original must be recorded at County Clerk's office); maintenance contract signed by property owner required on all aerobic systems. Contact [email protected].

What SepticPro has on file for Kendall 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 Kendall County before applying.