Onsite wastewater applications
All waste control system installations must comply with the onsite wastewater systems code and can be submitted by the onsite-wastewater works application form. Before completing your application please review the wastewater application guidelines.
You can make an online wastewater payment or enquiry for an application that has already been lodged with Council.
Application fees
Application fees are effective between 1 July 2022 - 30 June 2023 and GST is exempt on all septic fees.
| Fee type | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Lodgement | Installation or alteration | $119.00 |
| Lodgement + 1 x inspection | Alterations to existing septic system | $252.00 |
| Lodgement + 2 x inspections | Within townships connected to Community Wastewater Management Scheme | $385.00 |
| Lodgement + 3 x inspections | Outside townships Aerobic Wastewater Treatment Systems, Aerobic Sand Filter Systems & Soakage Systems & Alternative Systems | $518.00 |
| Installation or alteration* | *Ip to 5000 litres | $119.00 |
| Extras | For each 1000 litres over 5000 litres | $26.25 |
For more information please contact Council’s Health Services team on 08 8563 8444, or by email at health@barossa.sa.gov.au
Wastewater works register
Council provides a searchable register of wastewater works applications.