Whatcom County, WA septic permits and regulations
Septic systems in Whatcom County, Washington are permitted by Whatcom County Health and Community Services under WAC 246-272A.
Septic permit program
- Program type: County Health Department
- Authorized agent: Whatcom County Health Department
- Own septic program: No, uses Washington state rules
- Local rules beyond the state: No
- Population: 226,847
Permit fee comparison
Average septic permit fee in Whatcom County: $979. Washington average: $566.
Local rules
County operates under state-level WAC 246-272A (On-Site Sewage Systems). Contact local health department for any additional county-specific requirements.
What SepticPro has on file for Whatcom 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 2026-05-15. Always confirm requirements with Whatcom County Health and Community Services before applying.