Smith County, TX septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Tceq Regional
  • Authorized agent: J. Michael Pledger, OS #0018316
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 233,479

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Smith County: $247. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

OSSF permitting handled by Designated Representative J. Michael Pledger (OS #0018316), Pledger & Associates. Office: 903-592-3636, Cell: 903-714-4939. NET Health (Northeast Texas Public Health District) at 815 N. Broadway Ave, Tyler, TX 75702 (903-535-0030) also involved. 911 street address required (call 903-566-8911 to obtain). Permit to Construct expires in 12 months. Initial 2-year aerobic system service policy required (TAC 285.91(12)). Maintenance provider must inspect/service every 4 months minimum. Chlorine residual test each visit. Maintenance provider responds to complaints within 48 hours. Subdivision regulations require OSSFs designed per Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 366 and TAC Chapter 285.

What SepticPro has on file for Smith County

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