Falmouth septic rules and Title 5 requirements

Falmouth’s Board of Health adopted FHR 15.15, a local Title 5 supplement requiring nitrogen-reducing technology for specified new construction in Nitrogen Sensitive Areas.

Pumping and records

14 days after pumping (state Title 5 baseline; confirm any local variation).

Title 5 and inspections

For specified new construction in Nitrogen Sensitive Areas, install qualifying nitrogen-reducing technology (10 mg/L total nitrogen or less). Falmouth PermitEyes accepts disposal-works permits, installer/pumper licenses, perc-test witnessing, and Title 5 reports.

Hauler permits

Apply through PermitEyes for a local Pumper & Hauler License.

Published fees

Published fees: $150 residential disposal permit, $100 septic pumper permit, $100 installer permit, $50 I/A operator permit, and $100 percolation test.

Filing workflow

Submit and view applications through Falmouth PermitEyes.

Caveat or conflict

Local rule, form, fee, permit, or operating workflow was identified; confirm current project-specific requirements with the Board of Health.

TankPro summarizes public official sources for operational planning. This is not legal advice. Municipal rules and procedures can change. Confirm material decisions with the local Board of Health.