Septic Systems

Outside city limits in Kerr County, you likely need a septic permit

Most of Kerr County is not served by public sewer, so homes outside city limits need a permitted on-site sewage facility.

Kerr County Home & Property

In unincorporated Kerr County, most properties handle their own sewage with an on-site sewage facility (OSSF) — the formal name for a septic system. State law requires a permit before you build, alter, or repair an OSSF. The county is the local permitting authority, not the state TCEQ agency directly.

Before buying rural land, check whether a working, permitted OSSF is in place. Soil type, lot size, and distance to wells or water bodies all affect what system is allowed. The TCEQ website explains the statewide rules. For Kerr County specifics, contact the county's environmental health office.

Source to confirm: TCEQ – On-Site Sewage Facilities (Septic Systems)

More Kerr County notes

Property Tax Basics

Two offices handle your property taxes in Kerr County

The appraisal district sets your property value, but a separate tax assessor-collector sends the bill and takes payment.

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Homestead Exemption

A homestead exemption can cut your school tax bill in Kerr County

If your home is your primary residence, you can apply for a homestead exemption that reduces the taxable value of your property.

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Agricultural Appraisal

Farm and ranch land in Kerr County can be taxed on productivity, not market value

Land used for ranching, crops, or wildlife management may qualify for a special tax appraisal that is far lower than market value.

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Groundwater & Wells

Drilling a water well in Kerr County requires a permit

The Headwaters Groundwater Conservation District regulates wells in Kerr County and requires permits before you drill.

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