Well, Septic, and Short-Term Rental Forms

How to Apply and Pay

Submitting your Well and/or Septic project or inspection form and payment can be done in a few easy steps. 

Step 1
Review Fee Schedule

Review the fee schedule to determine the fee related to the inspection you need. 
Step 2
Complete the Form

Use the form below to submit the information about your project. 
Step 3
Submit Payment

Options to submit payment:

  • Online via the payment link below
  • Over the phone
  • In person
Step 1

Review Fee Schedule

Find the fee related to the inspection you need. 

EH Fee Schedule for Services offered
Step 2

Fill Out The Form

Enter all the information related to your inspection request. Clicking the submit button will send your information to the appropriate office and create a pdf version for your records. 

Application for WELL and/or SEPTIC Project or Inspection

Choose your PROJECT OR INSPECTION TYPE(S) and take note of the ASSOCIATED FEES. Look for the * as some services will require a Scale Site Drawing, including dimensions and all possible sources of contamination be provided.

Step 3

Submit Payment

We offer several ways to pay. 

Pay Online

You can pay your permit fee easily through our secure online payment portal.

Click to Pay Online

Mail or In-Person Payment

You can send your payment to the Van Buren/Cass District Health Department at either of these locations:

Cass County Office:
302 S. Front Street, Dowagiac, MI 49047

Van Buren County Office:
260 South Street, Lawrence, MI 49064

You can also print your application and bring your payment to one of the offices listed above.