Commission amends code to match state septic permit rules
Aug 20, 2026
Aug 20, 2026
The board adopted ordinance 2026‑11 to align county code with state law by removing the prior local requirement that a septic permit be issued before a building permit is issued; county counsel said the change implements state statutory authorization and includes a saving clause for future state changes.
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The board unanimously adopted ordinance 2026‑11, a housekeeping change to make local code consistent with Florida law governing septic tanks and building permits.
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