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This program involves permitting and inspecting for household sewage systems of 1, 2 and 3 family dwellings. Inspections include location, type and installation of new, replacement and altered systems.

Additional inspections include new surveys for possible building sites, sewage nuisance complaints, and annual aeration sewage system monitoring.

Existing sewage systems are inspected for real estate transactions.

Private sewage system contractors are registered to do work in Allen County.

To Install a Private Septic System
 

	•	Instruction Form Click here to print out an instruction form that outlines the steps to follow to install a private septic system.
	•	Site Review for New Construction Form
	•	Private Sewage Inspection Form
	•	Annual Sewage Contractors Registration Letter
	•	Bond Form for Sewage Installers and Tank Pumpers
	•	Approved Septic System Designers
	•	Approved Sewage Installers
	•	Sewage Installer Registration Form
	•	Registered Service Providers
	•	Service Provider Registration Form
	•	Registered Septage Haulers
	•	Septage Hauler Registration Form

Fees

Fees are listed on the forms above and on the Uniform System of Fees.

Regulations

Statewide interim sewage rules are effective July 2, 2007 to July 1, 2009.  More information is available through the Ohio Department of Health.

Sewage Nuisance Complaints

If you are aware of a sewage nuisance, please contact the Environmental Division of the Allen County Health Department at 419-228-4457.  As a general rule, we do not follow-up on anonymous complaints.

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The Allen County Health Department is an equal opportunity employer and provider of services.