1. Overview
   Procedure for Obtaining Septic Tank Permit
   Laws & Rules for Sewage Treatment & Disposal Systems
   You will need a valid parcel or PIN number for on-line applications/information.
   To research a parcel or PIN number go to Dare GIS(graphics) or Tax Inquiry(text)
2. Private Drinking Water Wells
   [query Well Permits by month/year] OR by [Parcel Number or Permit Number]
   Applicant fills out an application for a New Well, a repair or an abandonment of an existing well. The fee for an application for a new well is $75.00. There is no fee for a repair or abandonment. An Environmental Health Specialist will evaluate the property to determine whether or not the lot will support a private well water system in its present condition. The Fee for a New Well Permit is $200.00.
3. On-Site Wastewater Application  [complete application on-line]
   Applicant fills out an application and makes an on-line payment by using a VISA, MasterCard, or American Express credit card. Approved Credit Card Transaction waives an actual application signature. This will authorize an Environmental Health Specialist to evaluate the property to determine whether or not the lot will support a septic tank system in its present condition
4. Site Evaluation
   [view site evaluation results by parcel Number]
   After the application and site evaluation are completed, you will receive a letter describing the results of the evaluation whether or not the lot will support a septic tank system in its present condition. Recommendations for necessary site improvements may be made.
5. Improvement Permit
   [query Improvement Permits by month/year] OR by [Parcel Number or Permit Number]
   A survey of the property showing all planned improvements drawn to scale must be submitted to the Dare County Health Department.
6. Authorization for Wastewater Construction
   [query Wastewater Permits by month/year]  OR by [Parcel Number or Permit Number]
   Proof of an approved water source (i.e. an approved well or a copy of your receipt from the water department ) and the improvement permit with 2 sets of house plans must be submitted. All site modifications that are listed on the improvement permit must be completed.
7. Operation Permit
   [Operation Permits Search by Parcel or Permit Number]
   An Environmental Health Specialist will do a final site inspection. The following items must be completed:
   Conventional System
   • An approved and properly installed septic tank
   • A sealed sewer line from the building to the tank  .
   • A constructed driveway
   • An approved and functional water supply.
   • The "as built" building conforms to submitted plans.

   Alternative or Innovative Systems

   • In addition to the items needed for a conventional system, the Health Department requires a letter from the engineer stating the system was installed as designed.
   • The Health Department also requires a copy of a contract signed by a certified operator and the owner or owners representative for maintenance of the system.

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