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.


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.


  • Project Update - May 15, 2026

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    Week of May 15, 2026 – May 22, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation

    • Wet Well and Manhole Coatings

    • Lift Station 2 & 6 - Electrical Install

    Week of May 15, 2026 – May 22, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Lift Station Top Slab and Piping Installation

    • Wet Well and Manhole Coatings

    • Lift Station 2 & 6 - Electrical Install

  • 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


Page last updated: 09 Oct 2026, 01:06 PM