Are you a homeowner with a well and/or septic system? Do you know how these systems work? Do you know how to properly care for your well and septic system?

If you answered “no” to any of these questions, join the Kane County Health Department’s well and septic seminar for homeowners.

• Date: Wednesday, Feb. 8
• Time: Check in from 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.; seminar begins at 6 p.m.
• Where: University of Illinois Extension, 535 S. Randall Road, St. Charles

To reserve your seat, contact the Kane County Health Department at 630-444-3040. If you reach a voice mail, leave your name, phone number, address and reason for calling and the Health Department will put you on the list.

One water sample test kit will be given to each household that is supported by well water free of charge. Bring all of your questions as a short Q & A session will be held after the presentation.

SOURCE: Kane County Health Department news release

Fun Facts From the Health Department Website

The Health Department provides:

• Private sewage disposal inspection and complaint investigation.
• Education on private sewage disposal system maintenance.
• Public complaint investigation – solid waste storage and handling.

Resources

• Click Here for the Aerobic Treatment Plant Guide
• Septic Information
• EPA Septic System Guide for Homeowners

Fees and Permit Info

Check the Fees & Permits page for the current fees for:

• New Construction – Single Family
• Renovation – Single Family
• New Construction – Commercial, Multi-Family
• Renovation – Commercial, Multi-Family
• Experimental/ Alternative System – Chemical, Incinerator, Drip, Etc.
• Aerobic Treatment Plant Monitoring
• Change of Contractor
• Subdivision Plan Review – per lot
• Septic Plan Revision
• Soil interpretation, Septic Variance, Feasibility Letter, Letter of Approval to Municipality
• Site inspection of septic disposal area

SOURCE: Kane County Health Department

About the Kane County Health Department

In active partnership with our community, the Kane County Health Department improves the quality of life and well-being of all residents by developing and implementing local policies, systems, and services that protect and promote health, and prevent disease, injury and disability. Visit the Health Department’s Facebook Page and sign up for the award-winning “Health Matters” newsletter.