Westford septic rules and Title 5 requirements

Westford publishes BOH septic regulations that supplement Title 5 and establish local application, permit, and site-evaluation requirements.

Verified from public official sources · July 21, 2026

Pumping and records

14 days from pumping date (state baseline).

Title 5 and inspections

Construction-permit applications must include completed application, permit fee, and two compliant design-plan sets; BOH approval/permit required for sewage-disposal facilities.

Hauler permits

Not verified locally.

Published fees

Permit fee required; amount not stated on reviewed regulation.

Filing workflow

Arrange Title V inspection and file review through Westford Health Department/BOH.

Caveat or conflict

Confirm whether later amendments supersede the 2020 regulations.

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.