07.30.26
Do your part, be SepticSmart!
Celebrate September 14-18 by educating homeowners on the importance of caring for their septic systems! To make a difference on a broader scale, sign and send in this proclamation to your local commissioners office!
The US EPA provides materials for you to use and share with others!
05.25.26
The DEP will be hosting a BMAP Public Meeting for Lower St. Johns River Main Stem on June 2. This meeting is available to attend virtually, and is an opportunity to stay informed on any new regulations in your area!
05.01.26
Proposed Changes to 62-6: Do you agree?
Take the time to review this draft of proposed rules for 62-6. Time is limited to challenge the rule and have a hearing for it, so if there are any aspects of it that you disagree with, be sure to voice your concerns as soon as possible.
04.15.26
The DEP will be hosting multiple BMAP Public Meetings over the next couple of months. These meetings are available to attend virtually, and are an opportunity to stay informed on any new regulations in your area!
04.01.26
FAESS is hosting their 2026 Hydric Soils Workshop at Nature’s Classroom in Thonotosassa, FL on Friday April 24, 2026. This is a great opportunity to refresh or expand your knowledge on hydric soils and have candid discussions on application of indicators of hydric soils and the determination of seasonal high water tables.
12.15.25
Grease Waste Update:
Chapter 62-705, Florida Administrative Code “Grease Waste Removal and Disposal” is in effect as of December 7, 2025. The rule sets standards for grease waste haulers, requiring them to remove grease from food establishments, dispose of it at certified facilities, and document each pickup and disposal on a service manifest.
12.12.25
BMAP Requirement Update:
*As of Dec. 12, BMAP in Silver Springs, Upper Silver River, Rainbow Springs Group and Rainbow River will not be implemented on January 5, 2026.
After a temporary pause due to stakeholder extensions and challenges, five uncontested BMAPs will take effect November 25, 2025, with new onsite sewage requirements starting December 15, 2025, or January 5, 2026.
See new requirements from Dec. 1
12.5.25
Proposed Rule Changes to 62-6
A DEP meeting was held on December 5th to allow for comments and questions on the new rule language.
12.01.25
Rulemaking Workshop:
Amendments to Chapter 62-6, F.A.C., are being considered:
62-6.004 Application for System Construction Permit
62-6.005 Location and Installation
62-6.011 Abandonment of Systems
62-6.013 Construction Materials and Standards for Tanks
62-6.019 Requirements for Registration
62-6.020 Master Septic Tank Contractors
62-6.021 Issuance of Registration Certificates and Renewal
62-6.022 Standards of Practice and Disciplinary Guidelines
62-6.023 Certification of Partnerships and Corporations
62-6.030 Fees
Join the meeting (virtually) @ 1 pm on December 5th.
Or in-person at
2600 Blair Stone Road, Room 609, Tallahassee, Florida 32399
11.15.25
PROPOSED RULE CHANGE!
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is proposing to create Chapter 62-705, Florida Administrative Code “Grease Waste Removal and Disposal.” This proposed rule implements section 403.0741, Florida Statutes. This rule establishes requirements for grease waste haulers to remove grease waste from originator food establishments and dispose of the grease waste at a certified disposal facility using a service manifest. By establishing a process for grease waste to be accounted for and verified, the Department can minimize discharges or damage caused by grease waste being introduced into the natural environment or public infrastructure.
08.26.25
See the Notice of Change and the Notice of Withdrawal, published October 23, 2025 in the Florida Administrative Register (FAR Vol. 51, No. 207). Documents are also attached.
DEP attended the Environmental Regulation Commission (ERC) on Sep. 25, 2025, to discuss and receive input about the proposed rules. Additional details on the public meeting can be found on the Grease Waste Removal and Disposal Rulemaking webpage.
For more information about this rulemaking effort, visit the Division of Waste’s Grease Waste Removal and Disposal webpage for more information.
09.25.24
FOWA Members are there for you.
View a list of those ready to help in case of emergency.
List updated as of 09.26.24
If you would like to be added to the list or would like to update your information, please fill out this form.
09.17.24
OSTDS Permits during State of Emergency Expiration Policy
09.03.24
Septic Smart Week is coming up. Did you know the EPA has Quick Tip Videos that you can share with customers?
Check them out here.
04.24.24
Learn how to take part in the Volusia County rebate program for the DeLeon Springs Primary Focus Area
Sign up for a webinar taking place virtually on May 8th at 4 PM EST using this link
Before the webinar, we request that you fill out this survey
It will cover current DEP mandates for the DeLeon Primary Focus Area, how to become a registered vendor with the county and they will go over the entire application process.
01.11.24
Priority Focus Area Requirement in DeLeon Springs
Starting January 31, 2024, within the DeLeon Springs PFA, owners of existing septic systems on lots less than one acre will need to do one of the following things when the system requires a repair or modification permit:
- Connect to sewer if it is available; or
- If sewer will be available in five years, repair or modify the existing conventional septic system; or
- Install a nitrogen-reducing system (ENR-OSTDS).
Visit the Springs website in the coming weeks for more information.
10.30.23
FOWA Training Center featured on ABC Action News
07.18.23
Volusia County received $2.2 million to provide rebates to homeowners for septic system upgrades. View press release
06.30.23 BMAP Revisions Update from FL DEP
(View letter from Eberhard Roeder – FL DEP)
06.15.23 EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) issued a Final Order on June 12, 2023, adopting allocation reductions to the following basin management action plans (BMAPs), in accordance with the recent First District Court of Appeals’ ruling: Santa Fe River BMAP, Silver Springs and Upper Silver River and Rainbow Spring Group and Rainbow River BMAP, Suwannee River BMAP, Volusia Blue Spring BMAP. The combined final order and BMAPs are located on the BMAP document page.
06.13.23 BMAP Statute Revisions go into effect July 1, 2023
(View letter from Eberhard Roeder – FL DEP)
BMAP DEP Page | Subscribe to BMAP Notices
05.23.23 Blue-Green Algae Task Force Meeting on May 30th
Agenda | Webinar Link | Video | Presentation
Hold was placed on requirements for Nitrogen Reducing Systems in 5 BMAP areas (View letter from Eberhard Roeder – FL DEP) – EXPIRED June 15, 2023.