Welcome to the Maine Subsurface Wastewater Unit. We offer information on wastewater, wastewater systems, subsurface wastewater, septic systems, licensing, permits and certifications.
We are a unit of the Maine CDC Drinking Water Program, which works to help public water systems ensure they are delivering clean, safe, and reliable drinking water to Mainers across the State.
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- Wastewater / Subsurface Wastewater / Subsurface Wastewater Unit
- Subsurface Wastewater Program Policy
- Maine Subsurface Wastewater Rules
- Municipal Office Resources
- Subsurface Wastewater Licensing & Certification
- Subsurface Wastewater System Permitting
- Variances to the Wastewater Disposal Rules
- Resources: Permit Search, Financial, Tips for Septic Systems, FAQs