Well and Septic Permits

Well Permits - $125

One hundred dollars of the permit fee remains in Dubuque County, while the remaining twenty-five dollars is sent to Iowa Department of Natural Resources for improvements and updates to the internet based private well tracking database. Those wishing to secure a well permit must come to the Dubuque County Health Department. To view an example of a well permit, click here.

To download a copy of the Well Plugging record form, click here

Septic Permits - $120

Those wishing to secure a septic permit must come to the Dubuque County Health Department. To view an example of a septic permit, click here.