Approval to Install a Sewage Management System

Application for Approval to Install

All new on-site sewage management (OSSM) systems and modifications to existing OSSM systems within the Camden Council Local Government Area require the prior approval of Camden Council under section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Approval is required to

  • Install or modify both the tanks and disposal fields / irrigation areas.
  • To be obtained from Council prior to any works commencing.

Application Forms - Domestic Systems

All relevant application forms for the Approval to Install process are linked below. The information sheet provided below has been developed to assist you in understanding the application process.


Please Note: The applicant is required to comply with the Sustainable Effluent Application Areas provided by Council. Unless specifically requested by Camden Council Wastewater reports will not be accepted.

Application Forms - Commercial Systems

All applications for Approval to Install Commercial Sewage Management Systems shall comply with section 15 of Camden Council's Sewage Management Strategy. Such application shall be made using the following forms:

For Further information or advice please contact Camden Council's Environmental Health Branch on 02 4654 7777.