Septic permit rules and requirements in New York
In New York, the state sets the rule. The septic permit comes from your local health department. For some systems the state issues it itself. 10 NYCRR § 75.5(c) · checked 2026-09-12
Your local health department
Issues the permit
checked 2026-09-12
Who decides a septic permit in New York
Your local health department issues an ordinary residential permit. For some systems the state issues it itself. The state sets the floor.
A state or county health department approves plans for an alternative septic system. The office with authority over the site decides.
10 NYCRR § 75.5(c) · checked 2026-09-12
Counties with rules of their own
The state writes the code. Each county below adds rules of its own. Open the county to read them with their sources.
| County | Sets itself |
|---|---|
| Ulster County | permit fee · permit validity |
Sources
State records only. Each figure above has a government source and a checked-on date. County figures live on the county pages.
Verify before you act. Septic rules are set locally and they change. Check anything here with your local health department before you spend money on it.