The Process (More Details)

1. Submit Part 8 Permit Application to OSSO
   • Complete and submit permit application (found above)
2. Initial Inspection
   • Inspector reviews application and conducts first inspection
3. Application Approved
   • Permit is signed by the Chief Building Officer and returned to applicant
   • Copy (1) is kept at the OSSO, copy (2) goes to the city building services, copy (3) is for the applicant
4. Installation of septic system
   • Installer requests second inspection
   • OSSO inspector conducts installation inspection
5. Final Grading Completed
   • Installer requests third inspection
   • OSSO inspector conducts final grading inspection
6. Certificate of Completion Issued

Submission Requirements

1. One (1) of the following:
   • Tax assessment
   • Title deed (first page)
   • Survey
2. THREE (3) copies of septic permit application
3. Fee payment at time of submission
   • Refer to fee schedule for list of approved fees

Things to Know

Fee
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Turnaround time
5 to 10 business days, not including day of receipt

Validation period
12 months from date of issuance non-transferable

Electronic submission
Permit applications submitted electronically must be emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and are subject to a printing fee of $24.86