Onsite Sewage (Septic) Systems Program

What We Do

The Marion County Public Health Department (MCPHD) works to prevent the spread of disease by ensuring proper design, construction, operation and closure of onsite wastewater systems — or as they’re more commonly known, septic systems.

Regulations

Marion County Ordinance – The Code, Chapter 14
Residential Onsite Sewage Systems – 410IAC 6-8.3
Commercial Onsite Wastewater Disposal – 410IAC 6-10.1

Questions and complaints can be directed to:

Department of Water Quality & Hazardous Materials Management
3901 Meadows Dr., 2nd floor, Indianapolis, IN 46205
Phone: 317.221.2266

Permits

A permit for new construction and repair of existing septic systems is required and must meet the standards in 410 IAC and Chapter 14 of the Code of the Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Septic installers must be certified by the Indiana Onsite Wastewater Professional Association (IOWPA).

MCPHD Pre-Construction Checklist
Application
IOWPA List of Certified Installers

Helpful Resources

New Homebuyer’s Guide to Septic Systems
Septic Systems Do’s and Dont’s
EPA’s A Homeowner’s Guide to Septic Systems
Indiana Onsite Wastewater Professionals Association (IOWPA)
Indiana State Dept. of Health Page
Centers for Disease Control Page
Indiana Neighborhood Housing Partnership (INHP)
Marion County Soil &Water Conservation District