Septic System
Once you have completed the OSSE you will continue to work with a licensed professional to apply for an On-Site Wastewater System. A Septic System Contractor must possess a State of California Contractor’s license (Type A, B, C-36 or C-42) to construct, enlarge, alter, repair improve or replace an individual system.
Please keep in mind that the licensed professional will work with you to install the system but they may have you fill out the applications. This can be done online through our Accela Citizen Access Portal. NOTE: Septic Permits cannot be applied for online as Owner/Builder.
The following setbacks are for any structures to the septic system:
- From Septic Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ft
- From Leach field and Leach field Repair Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft
- From High Water Mark of Ponds, Steams, Rivers, ect.. . . . . . . . 100 ft
- From Wells, Including Those on Neighboring Parcels . . . . . . . . 100 ft
For property line setbacks, please contact the Nevada County Planning Department or your local jurisdiction Planning Department.
Septic Variance
If you wish to apply for a Septic Variance Request, please look through the Procedures for Applying for a Septic Variance prior to submitting the request. Necessary forms and fees can be found below.
Standard System Designs
