Montague County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Montague County, Texas are permitted by TCEQ Region 3 - Abilene under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Own Program
  • Authorized agent: Mike Preuninger (Sewage Inspector)
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 19,965

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Montague County: $410. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

County has own active OSSF program with 194 permits in 2024. OSSF applications and forms available on county website. Contact Mike Preuninger at 940-531-2179.

What SepticPro has on file for Montague 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 Montague County

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Other Texas counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with TCEQ Region 3 - Abilene before applying.