Putnam County is located in the North Florida region of Florida. Sandy soils with variable drainage depending on elevation. St. Understanding local permit requirements and soil conditions is essential before installing, repairing, or inspecting a septic system.
County DOH site evaluation and construction permit required before installation under FL Statute 381.0065. Soil and water table testing determines system type. Must use a DEP-registered or Master septic contractor. Permit fee approximately $475.
Repair permit required from FL DOH-Putnam Environmental Health. A DEP-licensed contractor must assess the failure and submit a repair plan compliant with DEP rule 62-6 FAC. Repair permit fee approximately $225.
Point-of-sale septic inspection is not required statewide in Florida. Voluntary inspections are available through DEP-licensed contractors. Operating permit renewals required for ATU and performance-based systems.
FL DOH-Putnam Environmental Health
Contact the county environmental health department for permit applications, soil evaluation scheduling, and regulatory questions.
Sandy soils with variable drainage depending on elevation. St. Johns River corridor through the center of the county has poorly drained soils with seasonal flooding. Upland areas have well-drained sandy soils. Some karst features with springs (Silver Glen Springs in Ocala National Forest).
Putnam County is a rural county along the St. Johns River with Palatka as the county seat. The St. Johns River floodplain creates challenges for low-lying septic systems. Limited public sewer outside of Palatka means most properties use septic systems. The Ocala National Forest portion in the southwestern corner is in the springs protection region. The county's rural character and aging infrastructure create septic system maintenance challenges.
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