The Aquifer Protection Program carries out all aspects of permitting and inspections of conventional (up to 24,000 GDP) and alternative (up to 3,000 GPD) onsite wastewater disposal systems. Among these program areas are:

• Issue permits to construct septic systems (Conventional & Alternative).
• Inspect septic system construction.
• Tracking/providing septic system locations.
• Regulate installation of alternative on-site wastewater disposal systems.
• Review well permit applications for referral to the Arizona Department of Water Resources on parcels 5 acres and smaller.
• Respond to complaints about environmental and public health nuisances.
• Inspect & permit septic pumpers and waste haulers.