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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Onsite Sewage Treatment & Disposal System (OSTDS)

Environmental Public Health (EH)

The Onsite Sewage Program has moved to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

The governing authorities for this program and all forms can be found at the DEPs' Onsite Sewage Program.

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is responsible for implementing the Florida Statutes and regulations applicable to OSTDS. Under Florida's Clean Waterways Act of 2020, the county health department offices will continue to do the permitting and inspection for septic tanks; please continue to work with them for all of your permitting-related needs. If you have questions, please contact OSTDS_Feedback@FloridaDEP.gov.