Florida Department of Environmental Protection Announces Septic Upgrade Incentive Program

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection has announced its Septic Upgrade Incentive Program to improve water quality and protect Florida’s outstanding springs. The incentive program encourages homeowners to enhance conventional septic systems by adding advanced features to reduce nitrogen pollution. This program is designed to offset homeowner costs by providing certified installers and licensed plumbers with up to $10,000 after the installation of enhanced nitrogen-reducing features to existing septic systems located in targeted areas within eligible counties. This incentive effectively reduces the costs to the homeowner for the septic system upgrades. Designated areas are identified and delineated by DEP as Priority Focus Areas