By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) also known as a septic system, treats the wastewater on an individual’s property. Septic systems are installed on properties that cannot be served by a wastewater utility. The Douglas County Health Department permits the installation, repair, and use of these systems in all areas of the county. To request an inspection, submit completed applications, designs, and other paperwork, or report complaints or concerns of public health significance please email [email protected]
Current Rules and Regulations
OWTS are regulated by Douglas County Health Department Regulation 22-01, as well as governed by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Regulation No. 43.
Proposed Rules and Regulations
The Water Quality Control Commission officially adopted the revisions to Regulation 43 that become effective on June 15, 2025. Subsequently, each local agency must adopt local regulations that are at least as stringent as Regulation 43 by June 15, 2026. These local regulations will then become effective after a public hearing before your Board of Health and review and acceptance by the Division.
Bedroom
A bedroom is defined in the regulations as a room with an egress window, a closet, and/or is intended for sleeping purposes. The Douglas County Health Department references the MLS and may work with the building department to determine the number of bedrooms of any given property.
