Online Electronic Plan Submittal – E-Permits

First time users will need to register for an account.

Make sure you are selecting the correct application type in order to avoid any unexpected delays! 

Here are the steps for applying through E-Permits:

1. Access the E-Permits platform and log in
2. Navigate to the "Projects" section
3. Click on "Apply"
4. Locate your address on the map by either entering it or zooming in and double-clicking on the location
5. A "Red Pin" will appear on the map, and all associated data will be retrieved by E-Permits. If the address is incorrect, you can correct it on the next page
6. Click on the green "Apply" button
7. In the selection labeled "Application," choose "Commercial Holding Tanks"
8. Provide the required detailed information and click on "Next"
9. Complete the application page and click on "Next"
10. Upload all the necessary documents, and once finished, click on "Next"
11. Finally, review the disclaimer, select "Agree," and then click on "Submit Application"

Complete the inspection request form entering the required information and submit it using Inspection Forms.

Water Quality Permitting Group

Email Wastewater

Permits Main Phone

(713) 274-3900

This application is for a commercial holding tank. 

As prescribed by the Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 366, the purpose of the regulations is to eliminate and prevent health hazards by regulating and properly planning the location, design, construction, installation, operation, and maintenance of the septic system. In addition, a septic permit is required to alter or repair a septic system.

• OSSF Acknowledgment of Testing Requirements
• OSSF Site Evaluation form
• Local Order
• TCEQ Rules

Onsite Sewage Facility (OSSF)/Septic Plan Submittal Checklist

• Septic Application (must have a valid address and HCAD property tax number)
• Affidavit to the Public (filed and recorded with Harris County Clerk’s Office)
• Acknowledgement of Testing Requirement form
• Site Evaluation Report prepared by a Professional Engineer or Registered Site Evaluator
• Property survey if not located in a recorded subdivision
• Septic Design Site Plan
• Technical Report
• System Flow Diagram
• Joinder affidavit if the septic will cross property lines
• Maintenance contract provided by a licensed Maintenance Provider
• Plans must be drawn to scale