Septic/Waste Water Forms, Links and References

Print and submit this form to Apply to Install or Alter a Septic/Wastewater System(PDF, 196KB).

Print and submit this form to Apply for Additional Fixtures only.(PDF, 604KB)

Print and submit this form to Apply for an extension on your permit.(PDF, 98KB)

Print and submit this form to Request a Copy of Septic Tank Plans.(PDF, 85KB)

Print and submit this form to Report and Consent Only Application.(PDF, 350KB)

The Domestic Wastewater Management Plan – Operational Document(PDF, 2MB) outlines how Baw Baw Shire will manage the permitting, monitoring, and education associated with onsite domestic wastewater.

The Domestic Wastewater Management Plan - Technical Document(PDF, 19MB) provides the detailed background information used to develop the operational document. 

Tarago Expression of Interest Form(PDF, 1MB)  

Below is a list of fact sheets that have been updated to reflect the Baw Baw Shire environment:

• Basic information on standard septic tanks(PDF, 4MB) 
• Aerated wastewater treatment systems(PDF, 4MB)
• Septic tank with sand filter(PDF, 2MB)
• Historic septic tanks(PDF, 4MB)
• Split systems(PDF, 1MB)
• Common disposal methods - primary treatment(PDF, 10MB)
• Common disposal methods - secondary treatment(PDF, 3MB)

• Environment Protection Authority 
  • Code of Practice—Onsite Wastewater Management 
  • Victorian LCA framework 
• Melbourne Water (Learn about catchment areas and domestic water supply in the western portion of the Baw Baw Shire)
• Gippsland Water (Learn about catchment areas and domestic water supply in the eastern majority of the Baw Baw Shire)
• South Gippsland Water (Learn about catchment areas and water supply south of the Strzelecki ranges)
• Southern Rural Water  (Learn about catchment areas that supply water for rural and commercial uses)
• Department of Health and Human Services (Learn about water supply from a public health perspective)