Waller County, TX septic permits and regulations

Septic systems in Waller County, Texas are permitted by Waller County Environmental Division under 30 TAC Chapter 285.

Septic permit program

  • Program type: County Program
  • Authorized agent: Tonya Mewis
  • Own septic program: Yes
  • Local rules beyond the state: No
  • Population: 56,794

Permit fee comparison

Average septic permit fee in Waller County: $240. Texas average: $285.

Local rules

Applications submitted through MGO Connect portal (mgoconnect.org). Requires R number/Property ID from Waller County Appraisal District. Fee schedule effective January 1, 2020 (approved in Commissioner's Court 12/11/19). Office at 929 5th St, Hempstead, TX 77445. Hours: Mon-Thu 7am-4:30pm, Fri 8am-12pm (open during lunch). General email: [email protected]. Additional Designated Representatives: Lauren Forristal, Neal Pieper, Robert Lingenfelter, Shane Schroeter. Admin Assistants: Holley Sitton, Lakendra Houston, Sara Armstrong, Shelley Harkey. Credit card payments accepted. Complaints: [email protected].

What SepticPro has on file for Waller County

  • 11 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 Waller County Environmental Division before applying.