Environmental Department

The Fayette County Environmental Specialist is involved in the areas of water pollution control, solid waste management, environmental studies, complaint investigations, septic inspections and recommendations, dog bite investigations, as well as general dealings with the public. See below for available forms.

Tasks include

On-site sewage disposal

Make recommendations and inspections on all new and repaired septic systems. Work with private contractors and soil scientists to make sure system is installed to meet all local and state codes. Records and drawings are on file for all septic systems installed since approximately 1975. Searches for records can be completed at our office or by request using the name of the property owner when the system was installed. We can not search for older systems with addresses because at the time of installation most were rural routes.

Complaint Investigations

Follow up on all complaints from general nuisance to serious health hazards. Work with parties involved to correct any problems found.

Ground Water Protection

This consists of tasks varying from dye tests on possible failing septic systems to inspections of confined feeding operations which could possibly contaminate water. Also includes making sure all new and repaired septic systems will not contaminate ground water.

Vector Control

Work to control populations of pests including mosquitoes and rodents.

Housing Standards

Work to have renovated sub-standard housing to ensure a safe environment for residents.

Air Pollution

Work with homeowners and businesses to control indoor air pollution including gases such as radon and materials such as asbestos.

Swimming Pool Inspections

Advise public and semi-public swimming pool operators to make sure pools are properly maintained to prevent the spread of diseases.

Dog Bite Investigations

Follow up on dogs involved to make sure they have been vaccinated against rabies and did not transmit that disease to bite victim. If no records are available, the animal is taken to the state for examination.

The following forms and processes are available to download as .pdf files.

Approval of use of Existing Septic System

Residential On-Site Sewage Disposal System

Residential Septic Permit Process

Environmental Complaint Form

Resources

Licensed Septic Installers

Soil Science Consultants

State of Indiana Sanitary Engineering

Water Conservation

How to take a water sample

Well Protection and Disinfection

Directions for disinfecting wells and water sources