Please contact the Health Department for a free consultation or to set up a site visit to start your septic system permit process. All installers need to be IOWPA certified or approved separately by the Fountain & Warren County Health Department. Links below will allow you to access the application.
Septic Installation
All installers need to be IOWPA certified or approved separately by the Fountain & Warren County Health Department.
Septic Permit Fee: $35.00
Soil Testing
All systems must have a valid soil test on file to be eligible for a permit. Soil testing is done by a certified soil scientist.
Residential Onsite Sewage Systems Rule 410 IAC 6-8.3.
Click here to view septic code.
The Environmental Protection Agency launched “SepticSmart” to encourage people to properly care for their septic system.
Click here to view the “SepticSmart” website.