Where can I find information
on subdivision development?
Subdivision development is reviewed and approved by the local
government (city or county) where the development takes place.
The rules or ordinances local government uses to review and
approve these developments are promulgated by the Texas Attorney
General’s “Red Book 
.” These laws, which are intended to
prevent the formation of new colonias, take a variety of forms and
apply in a variety of circumstances. The Texas Legislature has
refined these laws during the past 15 years. Some of the major laws
apply only in the border area or in “economically
distressed” counties with high unemployment and low per-capita
income.
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Should I pump my septic
tank?
It is recommended that you pump your septic tank every three to
five years to prevent short-circuiting of the treatment process.
Access the online database to obtain a list of registered sludge transporters in your
area.
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How do I become a sludge
hauler?
To become an authorized sludge hauler, please refer to our
step by step guide.
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How can I verify if someone is
licensed as an installer?
Search the on-line database for
installers in your area.
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How can I verify if someone is
registered as an apprentice?
Search the on-line database for
registered apprentices.
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Where can I view the statute
that created the OSSF program?
Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 366 
.
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Where can I view the OSSF
rules?
Title 30, Texas Administrative Code Chapter
285 .
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How often do the OSSF rules
change?
The rules are reviewed every four years for their effectiveness
and clarity.
A decision is made if a change in the rules is needed. If a
change is needed:
- The proposed change (along with any others proposed) is posted
in the Texas Register for public comment.
- The proposed changes are mailed out to all the
local permitting authorities for public review.
- Within six months from the date the notice for public comment
is given:
-
- the proposed changes are revised in response to public comment
and adopted, or
- the process starts over.
View
proposed changes to the OSSF rules.
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What are the OSSF requirements
in other states?
View the OSSF requirements in other
states .
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Who else can I talk to?
The
On-Site Sewage Facilities Contacts can help you.
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