You need a private sewage permit for the installation or replacement of a:
- sewage holding tank
- privy holding tank
- private sewage system
- septic tank/treatment field
- septic tank/treatment mound
- septic tank/open discharge
- treatment plant and at-grade, treatment field or treatment mound
Applying for a private sewage permit
We’re modernizing the way you apply to subdivide and develop property. You can now apply for planning, development and safety code permit applications online using the PLANit Parkland portal, click the button to get started today!
There are two types of private sewage system applications:
1. Private sewage holding tank
Private sewage holding tank applications are available online. Use this application for:
- sewage holding tanks where sewage is stored until hauled away for disposal
- privy holding tanks where human waste is held until hauled away for disposal
2. Private sewage system
Private sewage system applications are available online. Use this application for all sewage systems other than holding tanks.
Submit your application with:
- all worksheets for pressure distribution systems, treatment mounds and LFH at-grade systems
Fees
Fees vary depending on the value and type of project. Note: If the Safety Codes Officer is unable to perform your inspection due to deficiencies, access issues, incomplete work or the inability to locate the site,
Who can apply?
- certified restricted private sewage installers (for holding tanks only)
- certified private sewage installers
- homeowners, if they own and live in, or intend to live in, the home and are completing the work themselves or with qualified help
Inspections
| Inspection bookings have changed. Did you know we have a new online permitting system called PLANit Parkland? Please register for an account by clicking the link. Click Here Once you have an account set up, please email inspections@parklandcounty.com or call 780-968-8472 so we can link your account to all of your existing permits. You will then be able to request your inspections with the click of a button.
If you have difficulties setting up your account, please email inspections@parklandcounty.com or call 780-968-8472 to book your inspection. In your email or message, please include your permit number, address, and preferred date of inspection. We will book the inspection and help you get set up in the PLANit Parkland Portal. Requests received before noon will be confirmed by the end of the business day.
When to Book a Residential Inspection (PDF)
Worksite Safety Keep your worksite safe for you and Parkland County Staff by following the guidelines on our Inspection Site Safety page. |
Note: If the Safety Codes Officer is unable to perform your inspection due to deficiencies, access issues, incomplete work or the inability to locate the site, a re-inspection fee will apply.
Permit guidelines
- If the contractor is applying for the permit, the owner should ask for a copy of the permit to confirm that all work adheres to the 2015 Private Sewage Systems Standard of Practice and the Safety Codes Act
- The permit generally expires after one year without an extension request
- Work must begin within 90 days from the issue date
- Work must not be suspended or abandoned for a period of more than 120 days
- Treatment plants and at-grade systems permits must be pulled by a certified installer
- All commercial, industrial and institutional private sewage permits must be pulled by a certified installer
More information on technical requirements
For your convenience, we have compiled a collection of Diagrams that may be of benefit when installing certain electrical, gas, plumbing, and private sewage components:
For your convenience, we have compiled a collection of Diagrams that may be of benefit when installing certain electrical, gas, plumbing, and private sewage components:
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The diagrams contained herein are samples only and do not represent the only way, method or materials that will achieve code compliance.
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Additionally, Alberta Municipal Affairs offers a Codes and Permits Safety Tips website with brochures on subjects like private sewage treatment systems, secondary suites, building a wood deck, and many more.
Parkland County Safety Codes Officers are also available for technical inquiries and can be reached at 780-968-8443.
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