Taunton septic rules and Title 5 requirements

Taunton has local septic regulations and publishes a detailed Title 5 permit, inspection, fee, installer, and hauler workflow.

Verified from public official sources · July 21, 2026

Pumping and records

State Title 5: submit the pumping record to the local approving authority within 14 days of pumping.

Title 5 and inspections

Plans require Conservation Department stamp before Board submission; licensed Taunton installer obtains permit; Board performs open-hole/final inspections and reviews as-built before Certificate of Compliance. Title 5 reports go to the Board within 30 days with $25 filing fee.

Hauler permits

Taunton publishes a $200-per-truck annual septic-hauler permit.

Published fees

$50 Title 5 report submittal; $500 new-design and $400 repair-design applications (both include review/required inspections); $350 new-construction perc, $250 repair perc, $150 extra inspection, $200 emergency repair/component replacement.

Filing workflow

Submit stamped plans, variances/soil logs, and checks to the Board; request inspections about two days ahead; installer permits/hauler materials use Town process.

Caveat or conflict

The page also lists a $25 Title 5 report filing fee although its fee section lists $50; confirm the current amount before payment.

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.