On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems)

Permitting, maintenance, and construction requirements for on-site sewage facilities (septic systems). Information for local governments wanting to become authorized agents of the TCEQ and run the program. Information about how to make a complaint related to these facilities.

Featured Items:

	Texas On-site Wastewater Treatment Research Council Newsletter As one of its projects, the Council funds a quarterly Newsletter, Texas On-site Insights. The newsletter provides information on research conducted by the Council as well as current news in the OSSF industry.
	Delinquent Fees and Penalties Will Affect Processing Applications Effective Sept. 1, 2006, the TCEQ will no longer issue, amend, or renew permits, registrations, certifications, or licenses to an entity or person who is delinquent on penalties or fees.
	TCEQ Occupational License and Registration Online Renewal Entry page that allows the user to choose either individual-license or company-registration renewal.

Topics Under This Category:

	Advice for an Owner of an On-Site Sewage Facility (Septic System) Provides answers to commonly asked questions by homeowners regarding their system and tips to use in selecting an installer.
	Choosing an On-Site Sewage Facility System Reference table to determine the type of on-site sewage facility that is suitable for your property. Brief descriptions of the treatment and disposal systems are also provided on this page.
	Filing a Complaint Related to an On-Site Sewage Facility How to file a complaint related to an on-site sewage facility (septic system), how the complaint will be resolved, and what you can expect from the process.
	Find TCEQ-Approved Products for On-Site Sewage Facilities Find an on-site sewage facility (septic system) product that the TCEQ has tested and approved for use in Texas.
	How to Become a Texas On-Site Sewage Facility (Septic System) Authorized Agent What an OSSF authorized agent is, how a local government agency can become one, and how authorized agents amend an existing approved order, ordinance, or resolution.
	Maintenance of On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems) Overview of proper On-Site Sewage Facility (OSSF) maintenance, including when maintenance is required and what type of chlorine to use. How to become an OSSF maintenance company.
	OSSF Apprentice Registration Form
	On-Site Activity Reporting System (OARS) On-Site Activity Reporting System (OARS)
	On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems): Approved Education Providers A list of companies and institutions providing approved OSSF educational courses with contact information.
	On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems): Find an Authorized Agent Find a list of local government entities who are authorized to issue permits, investigate complaints, and enforce the TCEQ's on-site sewage facilities rules.
	On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems): General Information Includes details about licensing and pumping companies, how often OSSF rules change, subdivision development, and links to rules.
	On-Site Sewage Facility Authorized Agent Monthly Report Form (MS Word) Reporting form to be completed monthly by OSSF agents.
	On-Site Sewage Facility Authorized Agent Monthly Report Form (PDF) Reporting form to be completed monthly by OSSF agents.
	On-Site Sewage Facility Licensing Information about how to obtain an on-site sewage facility license as an Installer Class I and II, a Designated Representative, a Site Evaluator, or an Apprentice.
	On-Site Wastewater Treatment Research Council Fee The fee charged to property owners applying for a permit to construct a septic system.
	On-site Sewage Facility Program Contacts E-mail addresses and phone numbers of staff who can assist with technical information, licensing, complaints, and other issues regarding on-site sewage facilities (septic systems).
	Permitting an On-Site Sewage Facility Overview of permitting on-site sewage facilities producing 5,000 gallons per day or less of domestic sewage. Provides guidance on how to select the proper system and tips to use in selecting an installer.
	Tips for Septic Systems On-site sewage facilities, or OSSFs, must be designed on the basis of a site evaluation that accounts for local conditions.
	Training Outlines for On-Site Sewage Facility Maintenance Companies and Homeowners Required training topics.

On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems)

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