STEPS FOR CONSTRUCTING OR MODIFYING SEWER SYSTEMS IN POLK COUNTY
Obtain an application for permit from the Polk County Health Center (a copy is linked below).
Have a soil morphology test done.
Fill out the application. The front page of the application tells you how to do this. Use your installer to figure, type, size, and design of the sewer system.
Return the completed application, soil test report and the appropriate fee to the Polk County Health Center. Allow 1-7 working days for processing of the application and, if there are no problems, we will approve your application.
A construction permit will be issued for the approved application.
Post this permit where it can be seen from the road
You can now begin construction.
Call Polk County Health Center to check construction before covering the system.
After the system is checked, if there are no problems, it is approved (note: all lagoons must have a fence constructed before approval can be made).
Landowner will receive a final inspection form for their records. Keep it with other important papers about your property.
