On-Site Wastewater Systems

An on-site wastewater system includes the collection, treatment, and disposal of wastewater in single or multiple components. A person owning or controlling a residence, business, or a place of public assembly shall provide an approved wastewater system. Site evaluations, permitting, and inspections are required to insure compliance with the Law and Rules for Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems.

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  1. Wastewater Rules & Forms

To complete an application you will need:

·       A map of the property to be evaluated

This map can be obtained from Land Records/Mapping Department 2nd Floor, located at 1401 Fayetteville Road

·       12 Digit parcel number for the property

This number can be obtained from Land Records/Mapping Department 2nd Floor, located at 1401 Fayetteville Road 

·       A proposed site plan for the property

o   Please follow the instructions on the site plan worksheet

o   See sample site plan on last page of application

o   It is important that you be specific about location of structures, driveways, wells, etc. in order to  evaluate your site

All Checks can be made Payable to:  Richmond County Health Department

  1. Septic Tank Application (New)
  2. Septic Tank Application (Repair, Connection, Expansion) (PDF)
  3. Rules Governing Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems
  4. Septic Tank Contractor List
  5. Septic Guide
  1. Resources


Onsite Water Protection

NC Well Contractor Certification

NC Septic Tank Contractor Certification

Septic Systems Owners Guide