Septic Systems
Private Sewage Disposal Program
The goal of the Knox County Private Sewage Disposal Program is to minimize the risk of disease transmission as well as reduction of adverse environmental conditions created by the improper disposal of domestic sewage.
Program services include:
Forms
Onsite Wastewater Disposal Permit Application
Onsite Wastewater Variance Request
Codes and Ordinances
Knox County Onsite Wastewater Disposal Ordinance
All individuals licensed as a private sewage disposal system pumping contractor or a private sewage disposal system installation contractor or certified as a portable sanitation technician are required to obtain 3 hours of continuing education.
Additional Information and Education
Septic and Well Brochure
Trees and Roots info Brochure
Septic Smart Homeowner's Guide
Information on Applying for a Permit
Licensed Private Sewer Contractor
To find a licensed private sewer contractor, please refer the IDPH search.
The goal of the Knox County Private Sewage Disposal Program is to minimize the risk of disease transmission as well as reduction of adverse environmental conditions created by the improper disposal of domestic sewage.
Program services include:
- Inspections of new or existing private onsite waste-water disposal systems
- Complaint investigations
Onsite Wastewater Disposal Permit Application
Onsite Wastewater Variance Request
Codes and Ordinances
Knox County Onsite Wastewater Disposal Ordinance
Illinois Private Sewage Disposal Licensing Act
Illinois Public Area Sanitary Practice Code
Illinois Private Sewage Disposal Code
Portable Sanitation, Private Sewage Pumper, and Private Sewage Installer Continuing EducationIllinois Public Area Sanitary Practice Code
Illinois Private Sewage Disposal Code
All individuals licensed as a private sewage disposal system pumping contractor or a private sewage disposal system installation contractor or certified as a portable sanitation technician are required to obtain 3 hours of continuing education.
Additional Information and Education
Septic and Well Brochure
Trees and Roots info Brochure
Septic Smart Homeowner's Guide
Information on Applying for a Permit
Licensed Private Sewer Contractor
To find a licensed private sewer contractor, please refer the IDPH search.