Commonly referred to as septic tanks, these systems provide a viable wastewater treatment and disposal option for residential and commercial applications when central sewage service is not available.

All proposed new installations, repairs, modifications and approvals of existing systems require a permit from the Florida Department of Health in Gilchrist County.

Gilchrist Existing-Modification Application Packet with Bedroom

Gilchrist Existing-Modification Application Packet with No Bedroom

Gilchrist New System Application Packet

Gilchrist Repair Application Packet

Environmental Health - Onsite Sewage Program

The above site contains information, forms and links pertaining to the Florida Department of Health's Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal Program.  It also includes a link to Chapter 64E-6, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).

• Suwannee River Water Management District
• USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Web Soil Survey