Oakland County sets the septic rules
Septic permits, sale inspections and installer rules are set by the county health department, not by the city. Installer licensing, and operating permits for alternative systems.
- Who permits septic systems
- Oakland County Health Division, Environmental Health Services
- Inspection at sale
- No rule found in the county's published code
- Permit steps
- Apply online or at the counter for new residential, replacement or repair permits; construction and final inspections follow. Application valid 1 year; permit valid 2 years; engineer plans can be required.