St. Louis County offices are closed Friday in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

If your property was affected by the wildfires in May, find resources and information on relevant county services here: 2025 Spring Wildfires

Questions about the Tax Forfeiture Class-Action Settlement? Visit MNTaxForfeitureSettlement.com or call 1-833-709-0093 

 

Onsite Wastewater (Septic Systems)


 
 

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The Onsite Wastewater Division is responsible for the administration and coordination of onsite wastewater treatment systems throughout St. Louis County. The division regulates the St. Louis County Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Ordinance 61, along with incorporating by reference minimum standards established by Minnesota statutes and administrative rules of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA). These regulations are intended to serve the best interests of the County's citizens by protecting their health, safety, general welfare and natural resources.

Forms and Applications
Buying-Selling Property
Financial Assistance-Septic
Training and Education

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News

 

  1. May 24 - Read our latest updates for the 2024 season.
  2. SSTS Ordinance 61 amendments adopted by the County Board on March 28, 2023. Click here to view the amended ordinance and technical standards.
  3. Online Permitting is here! Click here to apply for a septic permit online.
  4. Septic Records Online: Click Here
  5. Free Subscription service about septic news: Click Here
For further information, email us at: oswinfo@stlouiscountymn.gov