Kent County sets the septic rules
Septic permits, sale inspections and installer rules are set by the county health department, not by the city. Kent's own page calls a real estate evaluation often required before a sale, though its regulations text names no such rule.
- Who permits septic systems
- Kent County Health Department, Environmental Health Division, 700 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids; (616) 632-6900
- Inspection at sale
- No rule found in the county's published code
- Permit steps
- A permit is needed to construct, repair, enlarge or relocate a system; it is valid two years unless extended and is not transferable as to holder or property. A city, village or township may not issue a building permit for a new structure needing a system until the sewage permit exists.