Contact Us

#3 John Bennett Drive
PO Box 1426
Fort Madison, IA 52627
Phone:.........319.372.5225
Toll Free:......800.458.6672
Fax:.............319.372.4374
Email: lchd@leecountyhd.org


Inspection.jpgSewer

Environmental Services is responsible for issuing permits and conducting inspections for the installation of private sewer systems and holding tanks in Lee County.   

2016 Sewer Permit Updates

  • Sewer permit fees in Lee County have increased to $500, effective immediately.
  • Applications for a sewer permit must be completed in full with a 911 address and submitted to LCHD with payment for approval. 
  • Contractors must notify LCHD 3 business days prior to installation of a system with the property owner's name and address. No work is to commence without applying for a permit. 
  • Retail dealers delivering tanks must call LCHD the day of delivery.

 

Helpful Forms and Resources

Sewer Application

Holding Tank Application

Private Sewage Disposal System Handbook

Time of Transfer Inspectors

Chapter 69