How to Obtain “Authorization to Construct” for

an On-Site Sewage Facility

 

All items listed must be filled out properly. 

An item missing or incorrect will delay the permit. 

All items listed must be turned in at the same time before payment for the permit will be accepted.

The landowner must sign all documents requiring signatures.

 

 

Fee:    Residential (Single Family Residence) - $310.00

               Commercial (Other than a residence) - $310.00

 

Application: (Original duplicate form in property owner’s name)

 

911 Address for installation site

 

Development Permit: Obtained at “County Judge's Office” located in the Courthouse,  903-408-4146

 

Proof of Ownership: Copy of the deed or contract for deed that shows ownership or purchase of the property along with Exhibit 'A'

 

Surveyed plat map of the property

 

Metes and bounds of the property

 

Accurate directions to the site from a major Highway or Farm to Market Road

 

Site Evaluation

 

Design

 

Items listed below are also required for AEROBIC systems only

 

“Affidavit”: Provided by our office, must have metes and bounds to prepare.

 

Maintenance Contract, signed by landowner and installer.

 

“Aerobic Wastewater Treatment Systems Homeowners Information”

 

 

*NOTE: “Authorization to Construct” will be issued when the application is reviewed and approved.

            (Normally 3-5 working days for this process)