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An OSTDS must be at least 15 feet from a water retention area or ditch. An OSTDS must be 75 feet from the flood line of non-tidal surface water. An OSTDS must be 75 feet from the high-water line of tidal surface water. An OSTDS must abide by the sizing requirements based on the residential property it serves.

Under normal home sale agreements, buyers are responsible for the cost of a septic inspection, while the current owner is responsible for the septic pumping/clean out.

If the home you are buying is on a septic system, you should request a voluntary inspection and assessment of the system.

For Homebuyers If the home you are buying is on a septic system, you should request a voluntary inspection and assessment of the system. See more details below.

A homeowner can do septic work only on his or her owner-occupied, single-family home. A state plumber, licensed pursuant to section 489.105(3)(m), F.S. A septic tank contractor registered pursuant to Part III of Chapter 489, F.S. and Part III of Rule 62-6, F.A.C.

Starting July 1, 2022, owners or contractors with owner authorization have the option to hire a private provider to perform inspections of onsite sewage treatment and disposal systems (OSTDS).

Permitting and inspection of OSTDS is handled by the Environmental Health section of the Florida Department of Health in each county. If you have a question or concern about an issue that is located entirely within one county, versus statewide, please contact your local county health department directly.

Florida Septic Tank Regulations Any OSTDS must be a minimum of 75 feet away from any surface water or multi-family or private well. An OSTDS must be placed at least 10 feet away from storm water pipes.