SEPTIC SYSTEMS

In order for our department to issue a septic permit, a verified source of water must be available to the property. Water hauling is not an acceptable source of water for a septic permit. Only exception to this rule: if a property is seasonal (meaning there is only access to the property less than 180 days during the year because of weather-related conditions like snow), then water hauling is permissible. If a property is made accessible for more than 180 days due to snow plowing by private or public services, it must still have a water source other than water hauling in order to receive a septic permit.

Property owners and contractors must perform soil and percolation tests before designing a septic system and completing a Septic System Application. *Utah regulations require that a certified individual or engineer perform soil testing and design the septic systems.

Contact us for additional information or for other Environmental Health programs related to wastewater treatment and disposal, including: Alternative Wastewater Treatment, Liquid Waste Pumper, Subdivision Feasibility.