McLennan County, TX septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in McLennan County, Texas are permitted by TCEQ Region 9 - Waco under 30 TAC Chapter 285.
Septic permit program
- Program type: Tceq Regional
- Authorized agent: McLennan County / TCEQ Region
- Own septic program: Yes
- Local rules beyond the state: Yes
- Population: 260,579
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in McLennan County: $217. Texas average: $285.
Local rules
2009 OSSF Order governs all unincorporated areas and member cities of Waco-McLennan County Public Health District. Permits required for ALL OSSFs regardless of lot size/acreage (stricter than state - no 10-acre exemption). 2-year maintenance contract required with application. OSSF Office at Dr. Mae Jackson Development Center, 401 Franklin Ave, Waco TX 76701. OSSF direct phone: (254) 299-2473. Inspection line: 254-750-8008.
What SepticPro has on file for McLennan County
- 23 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 McLennan County
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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with TCEQ Region 9 - Waco before applying.