PLEASE NOTE: Our field season is now over & will resume in the Spring of 2024. However, we will be accepting applications throughout the winter months and will schedule appointments in the order in which received.
Existing sewage systems may require inspections/site evaluations for a number of reasons, including:
- To obtain a Child or Adult Care Facility License
- To obtain an MDARD Food License
- Real estate transactions/Home Loan Evaluation
- Planned increases in flow to an existing system due to building remodel or addition
During the inspection of an existing sewage system a Sanitarian will assess the capacity of the existing system and determine compliance with the Upper Peninsula Environmental Health Code.
*The typical wait time for an appointment is 4-6 weeks from receipt of a complete application and payment.
To initiate an existing system inspection, please complete our Request for Service Application.
The applicant is required to have a licensed septage hauler onsite to pump the septic tank during the inspection.
Additional resources related to well and septic systems include:
Onsite Sewage Program Fee Schedule