Septic Systems & Title 5

Households that are not served by public sewers usually depend on septic systems to treat and dispose of wastewater. Septic systems represent a significant financial investment. If cared for properly, a well designed, installed, and maintained system will provide years of reliable, low-cost service.

Please note, if you have a Title 5 Inspection Report conducted, a well test must accompany it. Please see our Private Well page for more information.

Title 5 System Inspections

• Buying or Selling a Property with a Septic System
• The Title 5 Inspection Process
• FAQ: Title 5 Inspection

New & Replacement Septic Systems

• Building Permits and Your Septic System Requirements (PDF)
• Septic Regulations 2024
• Repairs and New Construction Process (PDF)
  
  

Septic System Care & Maintenance

• Do Your Part, Be Septic Smart
•  New Homebuyer’s Guide to Septic Systems
• New Homebuyer’s Guide to Septic Systems Part 2
• Basic Septic System Care and Maintenance
• Septic Safe System Additives
• Licensed Septic Installers
• 2023 Septic Loan Resources
• 2023 Septic Tax Credit

Who Should I Hire?

• Title 5 Inspectors
• Local Septic Designers
• Licensed Septic Installers
• Licensed Septage Pumpers/Haulers

Accessory Dwelling Unit Guidance

• DEP ADU Guidance