Morris County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Morris County, Texas are permitted by TCEQ Region 5 - Tyler under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Tceq Regional
  • Authorized agent: Northeast Texas Municipal Water District (NETMWD)
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 11,973

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Morris County: $443. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

NETMWD serves as Designated Representative to TCEQ OSSF program. Applications and fees submitted directly to NETMWD before construction.

What SepticPro has on file for Morris County

  • 3 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 Morris County

Enter the address, draw the system on the aerial with the parcel lines and topo, and print it to scale for TCEQ Region 5 - Tyler. See how SepticPro site plans work.

Other Texas counties

Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with TCEQ Region 5 - Tyler before applying.