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Wastewater Treatment Information

Wastewater Treatment

Well Water

Water Quality & Conservation

County Water Quality Report

Wastewater treatment is an essential part of owning a home or business. This website was designed to provide helpful information about onsite wastewater treatment, regulations, maintenance, and construction. Please contact Johnson County Public Health if you have any additional questions at (319) 356-6040.

Forms, Permit Applications and Regulations

  Forms and Permit Applications in PDF Format ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ New Construction of a Wastewater System Permit Application Wastewater System Alteration Application Commercial Operation Permit to Discharge Treated Effluent Residential Operation Permit to Discharge Treated Effluent DNR Notice of Intent Use Permit Application/Renewal for Commercial/Industrial Zoned Permit Extension Application Variance Request Form Johnson County Public Health Zoning Application Maintenance Agreement - Private Disposal System Using a Temp Holding Tank Site Characterization Evaluation Soil Evaluation Form
Johnson County Regulation Governing Onsite Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems

Johnson County Public Health Wastewater Guides

Problems with Your Wastewater System: A Guide to Solving Common Problems
Purchasing a Home: A Guide to Evaluating the Existing Wastewater System
Procedure for Applying to Construct a New RESIDENTIAL Wastewater System
Procedure for Applying to Construct a New COMMERCIAL Wastewater System

Topics of Interest

Assessing Your Household Wastewater Needs Community System Planning Freezing Problems - Minnesota State Extension Groundwater Protection and Your Septic System Homeowner's Guide to Onsite Systems The Care and Feeding of Your Septic System Pipeline: Maintaining Your Septic System- A Guide for Homeowners

Types of Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems

At-Grade Systems Mound Systems Aerobic Treatment Units Constructed Wetlands

Intermittent Sand Filters Peat Filters Drip Distribution Understanding Onsite System

Financial Assistance

The Onsite Wastewater Systems Assistance Program (OSWAP): This program offers low interest loans to assist with the cost of installing an onsite wastewater system for an existing home

Applicant Approval Form Homeowner Instruction Form Lender Information Packet Additional Information for Lenders Find a Participating Lender

Iowa State Revolving Fund: This program provides low interest loans for drinking water and wastewater treatment infrastructure improvements and non-point source water quality projects.

Frequently Asked Questions About the State Revolving Fund

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