To install a septic system for a new construction home, Clermont County Public Health must review and approve plans prior to construction. The purpose of this review process is to ensure that the system will meet the requirements of the Ohio Administrative Code and local health district regulations.
Applicants must submit an application for septic construction along with the following information to Public Health. The application cannot be initiated without all required information.
- Copy of the Sewage Treatment System (STS) Design
This should be the layout plan from a registered designer.
- Copy of a Formal Soil Report
- Copy of the Site Plan from a Licensed Surveyor
The copy should be no larger than 11×17 inches and must be to scale. The plan must show the location of the septic system and have the surveyor’s signature and seal.
- Property Address
- Water Supply Type
A private water application must be submitted for approval when applying for a septic system.
- Zoning Permit
Obtain from your local zoning office.
- Floor Plan
Submit a floor plan of the home on paper no larger than 11×17 inches. The plan must include all floors and the basement.
- Tax Parcel Number
To obtain your parcel number, please visit the Clermont County Auditor’s Office.
- Water Easement (If applicable)
All properties connected to Tate-Monroe Water Association must have water main easements confirmed and drawn on the site plan. Contact Tate-Monroe Water at (513) 734-2236.
- Location of Geothermal System (If applicable)
- Application fee
View fee schedule.
