Taylor County, TX septic permits and regulations

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

Septic permit program

  • Program type: Tceq Regional
  • Authorized agent: Justin Williams (Director)
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 143,208

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Taylor County: $250. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

All facilities require permit including repairs, alterations, additions. Director: Justin Williams. Address: 400 Oak St, Suite 107, Abilene TX 79602. Fax: (325) 674-1398. Hours: 8am-12pm, 1pm-4:30pm Mon-Fri. Local licensed installer list available. Forms include application, testing/reporting record, aerobic 2-year service policy, affidavit for surface spray, certificate of conference with Environmental Director.

What SepticPro has on file for Taylor 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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Other Texas counties

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