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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Environmental Public Health Program

Effective Thursday, January 2, 2025, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will oversee septic system permitting in Escambia County. For more information, please visit DEP’s Onsite Sewage Program webpage.

The Division of Environmental Health is responsible for conducting inspections, issuing permits and licenses, enforcing statutes and codes, and responding to questions regarding environmental concerns. These programs monitor the health of the environment, so Escambia County, Florida residents can experience optimum health now and in generations to come. Staff use education and training in natural, physical, and environmental sciences to promote and improve the health of Escambia County residents through monitoring and controlling environmental factors.

Records Requests 

To obtain records and inspection reports for entities permitted through the Florida Department of Health in Escambia County, please contact our office at 850-595-6700 or email us at EscambiaCHD.Feedback@flhealth.gov

For on-site sewage/septic system records, please contact the Florida Department of Environmental Protection at 850-245-4070 or at OSTDS_Feedback@floridadep.gov.

Location and Contact Information

Downtown Service Center
1300 West Gregory St.

The Environmental Health office is open Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

For more information, call 850-595-6700.