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Elbert County approves modest increase to on‑site wastewater permitting fees
Summary
Elbert County commissioners voted to amend on‑site wastewater (septic) permitting fees after a Board of Health presentation citing regulatory changes and workload pressures. The board said the adjustments are intended to be revenue‑neutral and to fund a records platform and software migration.
Elbert County commissioners voted Oct. 22 to amend the county—ees for on‑site wastewater treatment system (OWTS) permits after a presentation from the county public health director outlining new state rules, high permit volumes and staffing constraints.
Sarah McIntosh, Elbert County public health director, told the board the state adopted new OWTS regulations in June and counties must adopt local rules by June 2026. She said some elements are mandatory and others optional, and she proposed a January…
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