Septic to Sewer

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Project Background

As a result of the Florida Springs and Aquifer Protection Act signed into law by the Governor in July, 2016, Hernando County was tasked to find ways to comply with the requirements associated with the 2016 legislation and developed restoration plans (BMAPS). The Septic to Sewer Conversion Plan is Hernando County Utility Department's (HCUD) response to the state mandated Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Remediation Plan requirement for Weeki Wachee Springs (more detailed information can be found under Project Overview on side panel).

Required Temporary Construction Easements (TCE)

Septic to Sewer FAQs

ATTENTION

If you have a specific question regarding the project, please visit the "Questions" feature below. Your question(s) will be answered by staff as soon as possible.
Septic companies are distributing fliers that make it sound like you are going to be required to have your septic system pumped before you are connected to the new sewer system. If you have signed your Temporary Construction Easement document (TCE), your system will be pumped as part of the dismantling portion of this project at no additional cost. Please ignore these notices!
If you are experiencing interruptions of trash pickup in your area, please contact us so we can make arrangements for the cans to be moved to a nearby pickup area. The trash cans will be brought back to their original location at the end of the day by the contractor.

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Project Background

Required Temporary Construction Easements (TCE)

Septic to Sewer FAQs

ATTENTION

If you have a specific question regarding the project, please visit the "Questions" feature below. Your question(s) will be answered by staff as soon as possible.
Septic companies are distributing fliers that make it sound like you are going to be required to have your septic system pumped before you are connected to the new sewer system. If you have signed your Temporary Construction Easement document (TCE), your system will be pumped as part of the dismantling portion of this project at no additional cost. Please ignore these notices!
If you are experiencing interruptions of trash pickup in your area, please contact us so we can make arrangements for the cans to be moved to a nearby pickup area. The trash cans will be brought back to their original location at the end of the day by the contractor.

Project Update - May 8, 2026

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Week of May 8, 2026 – May 15, 2026
Important Project Information:

Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation

Wet Well and Manhole Coatings

Lift Station Site Work
Week of May 8, 2026 – May 15, 2026
Important Project Information:

Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation

Wet Well and Manhole Coatings

Lift Station Site Work
Project Update - April 17, 2026

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Week of April 17, 2026 – April 24, 2026
Important Project Information:
Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation
Week of April 17, 2026 – April 24, 2026
Important Project Information:
Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation
Project Update - April 10, 2026

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Week of April 10, 2026 – April 17, 2026
Important Project Information:
Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation
Week of April 10, 2026 – April 17, 2026
Important Project Information:
Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation
Project Update - April 3, 2026

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Week of April 3, 2026 – April 10, 2026
Important Project Information:

Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation

Wet Well and Manhole Coatings
Week of April 3, 2026 – April 10, 2026
Important Project Information:

Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation

Wet Well and Manhole Coatings
Septic to Sewer SHIP Program - March 20, 2026

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Hernando County SHIP Program is now open and accepting applications till March 31, 2026.

Applications will be accepted March 2nd till March 31st

For any questions, please call (352) 540-4338

Hernando County SHIP Program is now open and accepting applications till March 31, 2026.

Applications will be accepted March 2nd till March 31st

For any questions, please call (352) 540-4338
Project Update - March 6, 2026

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Week of March 6, 2026 – March 13, 2026
Important Project Information:

Restoration: Fine Grading & Cleanup in Sewer Shed 2

Sod Installation: Sewer Shed 2
Week of March 6, 2026 – March 13, 2026
Important Project Information:

Restoration: Fine Grading & Cleanup in Sewer Shed 2

Sod Installation: Sewer Shed 2
Septic to Sewer SHIP Program - February 27, 2026

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Hernando County SHIP Program is now open and accepting applications till March 31, 2026.

Applications will be accepted March 2nd till March 31st

For any questions, please call (352) 540-4338
Hernando County SHIP Program is now open and accepting applications till March 31, 2026.

Applications will be accepted March 2nd till March 31st

For any questions, please call (352) 540-4338
Project Update - February 13, 2026

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Week of February 13, 2026 – February 20, 2026
Important Project Information:

Right of Way Cleanups: Sewer Shed 2

Sod Restoration: Sewer Shed 2

Paving Completed: Swan Ln, Melshire Ave, Brentlawn St

Freeport Dr: Road will receive a final layer of pavement in the near future.
Week of February 13, 2026 – February 20, 2026
Important Project Information:

Right of Way Cleanups: Sewer Shed 2

Sod Restoration: Sewer Shed 2

Paving Completed: Swan Ln, Melshire Ave, Brentlawn St

Freeport Dr: Road will receive a final layer of pavement in the near future.
Project Update - February 6, 2026

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Week of February 6, 2026 – February 13, 2026
Planned Work Activities:

Sewer Testing Completed: Brentlawn St, Melshire Ave, Swan Ln

Roads to be Paved: Freeport between Sardinia Ave/Sunday Rd, Brentlawn St, Melshire Ave, Swan Ln (Weather dependent)

Sprinkler Restoration: Lynnhaven Rd, Montebello Ln, Seahorse Ave

Right of Way Cleanups: Sewer Shed 2
Week of February 6, 2026 – February 13, 2026
Planned Work Activities:

Sewer Testing Completed: Brentlawn St, Melshire Ave, Swan Ln

Roads to be Paved: Freeport between Sardinia Ave/Sunday Rd, Brentlawn St, Melshire Ave, Swan Ln (Weather dependent)

Sprinkler Restoration: Lynnhaven Rd, Montebello Ln, Seahorse Ave

Right of Way Cleanups: Sewer Shed 2
Project Update - January 30, 2026

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Week of January 30 – February 6, 2026
Planned Work Activities:

Building Roads: Brentlawn St, Lynnhaven Rd, Melshire Ave, and Swan Ln

Paving Roads: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr, Lynnhaven Rd, Melshire Ave and Swan Ln

Forcemain ARV Work: Freeport Dr, Lynnhaven Rd, Montebello Ln and Mountain Way Ave

Restoration: Sewer Shed 2

Important Notice for Residents
Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.
Week of January 30 – February 6, 2026
Planned Work Activities:

Building Roads: Brentlawn St, Lynnhaven Rd, Melshire Ave, and Swan Ln

Paving Roads: Brentlawn St, Freeport Dr, Lynnhaven Rd, Melshire Ave and Swan Ln

Forcemain ARV Work: Freeport Dr, Lynnhaven Rd, Montebello Ln and Mountain Way Ave

Restoration: Sewer Shed 2

Important Notice for Residents
Construction signs (shown below) will be placed in the front yards of affected properties one day prior to scheduled pipe installation.
During this time, driveway access will be temporarily restricted.