Onsite Wastewater Treatment
Jackson County Environmental Health permits and regulates private sewage disposal systems under IAC Chapter 69 and Jackson County Ordinance No. 323.
2026 Private Sewage Disposal System Regulation & Ordinance Updates
Wastewater Separation Distances
Steps to Obtain a Septic Permit
- Contact a qualified soil evaluator to schedule a soil evaluation or perculation test of your property.
- Once you receive your completed soil evaluation or perculation test report, complete the Jackson County Septic Permit Application and upload the soil evaluation or perculation test report.
- Select a Jackson County registered septic installer (listed within the application).
- Submit payment of the required permit fee.
- Jackson County Environmental Health will review your application and supporting documentation for compliance with applicable state and local requirements.
To begin your Septic Permit Application, click here:
Soil Evaluators
Applicants are responsible for obtaining a soil evaluation or perculation test from a qualified soil evaluator.
The following companies provide soil evaluation services. This list is provided as a courtesy and is not all-inclusive.
- A & E Soil Consultants – Geneseo, IL – (309) 945-9090
- Eastern Shore Soil Services – Savanna, IL – (302) 856-1853
- Buesing & Associates, Inc. – Dubuque, IA – (563) 556-4389
Applicants should contact the soil evaluator directly regarding scheduling, fees, and estimated turnaround times.
