- Franklin County Guide to Country Living
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Private Septic Permits & Inspection
- Private Well Permits & Water Testing
- Weed Control Policy
- Zoning
Responsibilities
- Issue on site wastewater treatment permits (septic system permits)
- Issue private well water construction permits
- Inspect septic system sites and well sites
- Inspect tattoo parlors and tanning salons
- Inspect pools and spas
- Administer State of Iowa Grants-to-Counties funds
- Water testing
- Well and cistern plugging
- Well rehabilitation
- Work with the local Board of Health on environmental health topics
- Educate the public on environmental health topics
The Environmental Health Department is charged with enforcing the county nuisance codes. Please contact Dan Tilkes by e-mail or call 641-456-4090 to report health-related situations.