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Robert Piper, R. S., D. R., Chief Sanitarian
Health_Info@sanmarcostx.gov
512.393.8440
On-site Sewage System Facilities
OSSF - (Septic Systems)
When city sewer lines are not available to a residence
(300 feet with gravity flow),
a septic system maybe an alternative. |
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The following are requirements for septic system installation:
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Minimum lots sizes are ½ acre when public water is supplied, 1 acre when a well water is used and 1 acre when the lot is over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone..
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Complete application and pay fee. (Checks payable to the City of San Marcos)
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Supply site evaluation with application.
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Supply septic system design with application – (Type of design determined by Site Evaluation)
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Supply copy of house floor plan with application.
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File Affidavit with Hays County Clerks Office and supply a copy with application. (This will be determined by the septic system design)
- Supply a maintenance contract with application. (This will be determined by the septic system design)
Fee Schedule for Septic Systems is as follows:
| Private Sewage Facility Permit(will include license to operate upon approval) |
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Single Family |
$150 |
Non-Residential |
$250 |
| Re-inspection Trip Charge |
$25 |
| Inspection of Existing Septic System |
$75 |
| Inspection of Existing Septic System and Water Sample |
$90 |
| Written Requests, Exceptions or Appeals |
$100 |
| Professional Design Review |
$50 |
| Only licensed individuals may do site evaluations, designs or installations on OSSF. To find a current listing of licensed individuals you may visit the TCEQ website. Look under All License Types and select Group Search Criteria. |
| If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to call City of San Marcos Environmental Health at 512.393.8440. |
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