Environmental Health

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Sewage Disposal/Well Protection (SDWP)

• Evaluation ofBuilding Sites/Septic permits
• Water Sampling
• Well Permits

Evaluation of Building Sites/Septic Permits

Public Health is charged with protecting ground and surface water to help prevent the spread of disease from improper sewage disposal and unprotected wells.  In order to accomplish this, Environmental Health Specialists:

Evaluating Building Sites for suitability of on-site wastewater systems might include:

• Site evaluation of lots in order to determine suitability of the soil for specific septic systems.
• Design of septic systems.
• Evaluation of properties with failing existing septic systems.
• Inspection of completed installations
• Approval of locations of new wells and enforcement of local well ordinances.

When applying for a new septic permit, you will need the property ID# and general knowledge of the property. Be sure to bring:

• a pre-application from the planning department
• a survey map of the property
• a completed application for an improvements permit (including a sketch of the site with structures)
• a zoning certificate if county zoning does not apply to the property

When requesting information on existing permits, bring:

• tax parcel ID number of the property (12-digit number available from tax bill)
• township of property (available from tax bill)
• name of requestor of permit

Go to Frequently Asked Questions (Septic/Sewage/Well)

Water Sampling Services

Environmental Health staff can sample private wells to test for:

• bacteria
• nitrate
• inorganic chemicals
• petroleum
• pesticide

Environmental health staff collects the sample, interprets sample results, provides advice on corrective actions needed, answers complaints, and provides educational materials regarding location and protection of water supplies.

This division acts as a liaison between local citizens and the Department of Environmental Health and Natural Resources, investigating complaints, recommending and enforcing corrective actions, and educating the public on proper sewage treatment and disposal.

Well Permits

Environmental Health enforces the Nash County Well Ordinance by registering well contractors, issuing well permits, inspecting installations, collecting water samples and investigating complaints.  Environmental Health meets setbacks when issuing well permits to protect the ground water and water supply wells.  The installation inspection is to ensure that the well is properly grouted.  Grout is intended to prevent contaminates from running down the side of the well casing and contaminating the well or ground water.  A proper well head prevents bugs, animals and other less obvious contaminates from entering wells.
Application for a Well Permit