Wells and Sewage System Permits are mandated and regulated by the Jackson County Health Department Environmental Health Division. Any new systems or repairs/replacements must involve our department. Visit the following pages for additional information.
Raw land evaluation is a general soil evaluation test and is typically done for a real estate transaction to make sure the land will perc. If a raw land evaluation is completed and a well and/or septic is desired a well and/or soil evaluation will still be required.
Occasionally questions arise regarding interpretation of sanitary code language. When needed to help clarify the language or sets policy on how certain situations will be handled, guideline statements will be developed and added to this listing.
Point of Sale Information
There are no requirements from JCHD concerning private well and onsite wastewater system assessment for residential property transfers. No testing is required of private wells in any real estate transactions.
Old Well & Septic Information
Old well and septic records after 1972 should be on file with the Environmental Health Office. Call 517-788-4433 or email EHealth@mijackson.org to have files emailed or faxed. Documents can be printed in office for a fee.
Michigan Saves is providing a low-interest loan program for homeowners needing to replace their septic system. See their webpage for the details on how the program works and application process.
If you're looking to change the use of the property, you'll need to get a review.
Change of use can include going from residential to commercial, commercial to residential, adding a bedroom, demolishing less than 50% of a building and more. Call us with any questions.
