01/29/2026
POV: You bought a home and didn’t know about the new septic rules… 😬
St. Tammany Parish is implementing mandatory septic inspections for homes south of Interstate 12 starting in 2026.
That means:
✔️ Required 3-year inspections
✔️ Possible monthly fines for failing systems
✔️ More septic scrutiny during home sales
Buyers and sellers both need to be prepared.
🏡 Buyers: ask for inspections & records
🏡 Sellers: prep early to avoid delays
This isn’t to scare you — it’s to protect you and your investment.
👉 Save this if you live south of I-12
👉 Share with a neighbor who should know
Official resources:
St. Tammany Parish Government — stpgov.org (Environmental Services)
EPA — epa.gov/septic
📩 DM me “SEPTIC” if you have questions about buying or selling.
