The Onsite Wastewater Management Program maintains the regulations governing low volume residential and commercial onsite wastewater treatment systems, commonly called septic systems. These regulations, the Standards for Individual Subsurface Sewage Disposal Systems (N.J.A.C. 7:9A) contain requirements for the proper design, construction, and operation of systems to protect public health and the environment. This program is coodinated with, and implemented though, the local health departments. The program is committed to improving New Jersey’s water quality and protecting human health and the environment and both improving and promoting local septic management.

		Quick Links Homewners need to be aware about issues related to septic systems. How to obtain an Alternate Design Treatment Works Approvals for a residence. New technologies are being devoloped for onsite systems, resulting in higher treatment levels, greater reliability, and more flexibility than ever before. As a result, the program issues guidance to support advanced technology. Contact the DEP's Landuse Regulation Program for wetland and stream encroachment permitting. Professionals needing a septic sludge hauling license (A-901 license) need to contact DEP's Division of Solid and Hazardous Waste. Learn about the Certification for 50-or-More Realty Improvement Developments.