Land Evaluations & Sewage Management
Campground Sanitation |
Forms and Applications |
Mobile Home Park Sanitation |
Waste Water Dispersal |
Real Estate Transfer |
Subdivision Site Evaluation |
Vacant Land Evaluation |
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Guide
Public & Private On-site Water Dispersal
Permits are required for the installation of all new and repair sewage disposal (septic) systems. Prior to the issuance of a permit, the site must be evaluated to ensure that it meets all of the requirements of the Ottawa County Environmental Health Code. Online Application | Download Form
Vacant Land Evaluation
A program to preliminarily determine if a property is suitable for private home or semi public construction utilizing on site water wells and/or on site septic systems. Access this service by completing the request online, by downloading and following the instructions on the form,or by visiting one of our offices.
Subdivision Site Evaluation
A program to preliminarily determine if a property is suitable for a subdivision or site condominium utilizing on site water wells and/or on site septic systems. Vacant Land Evaluation Application for Future Subdivision Use and permit fee required.
Subdivision Review
A review and subsequent approval/disapproval of a formal submittal for the development of a subdivision or a site condominium utilizing on site water wells and septic systems. Engineered plans submitted by a professional and fee required.
Campground Sanitation
A program of licensing and inspection to ensure that campgrounds, both permanent and temporary are constructed and maintained in a sanitary manner. State of Michigan Campground License fee and county inspection fee required.
Mobile Home Park Sanitation
A program of licensing and inspection to ensure that mobile home parks are constructed and maintained in a sanitary manner. Engineered plans submitted by a professional person and State of Michigan Mobile Home Park License fee required.
Real Estate Transfer Evaluation Program
The program was designed to protect home buyers, sellers, seller’s agents and the community. Sewage from a
failed sewage disposal (septic) system can flow into back yards, wetlands or nearby creeks. A damaged water
supply system can contaminate the water serving many homes. Before transferring ownership, a septic system
and/or water supply system evaluation must be done.
Online
Application | Download Form | Program Guide
