Matagorda County, TX septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Matagorda County, Texas are permitted by Matagorda County Environmental Health Department (MCEHD) under 30 TAC Chapter 285.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Program
- Authorized agent: Lisa Krobot (Director)
- Own septic program: Yes
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 36,255
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Matagorda County: $250. Texas average: $285.
Local rules
Address: 2200 Seventh Street, Matagorda County Office Building, Bay City TX. Fax: 979-244-1967. Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-12pm, 1pm-5pm.
What SepticPro has on file for Matagorda 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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Draw a permit-ready site plan for Matagorda County
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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with Matagorda County Environmental Health Department (MCEHD) before applying.