San Patricio County, TX septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Gabriel Arroyo
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 68,755

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in San Patricio County: $285. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

No county-specific OSSF program. TCEQ Region 14 (Corpus Christi) serves as permitting authority. Standard TAC 285 rules apply with no local modifications. TCEQ OSSF Program: 512-239-3799, [email protected].

What SepticPro has on file for San Patricio 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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Data checked 2026-03-16. Always confirm requirements with San Patricio County before applying.