Lee County, TX septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Dale Bolt
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 17,478

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Lee County: $425. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

Lee County Sanitation at 898 E. Richmond, Suite 102, Giddings, TX 78942. Office phone: 979-212-8070, Cell: 979-676-2566. Single family residence permit fee: $425.00. Application includes technical information for septic tanks, aerobic systems, pretreatment tanks, and disposal systems.

What SepticPro has on file for Lee 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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Other Texas counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Lee County before applying.