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 - October 9, 2026

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    Week of October 9, 2026 – October 16, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

    Week of October 9, 2026 – October 16, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - October 2, 2026

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    Week of October 2, 2026 – October 9, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

    Week of October 2, 2026 – October 9, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - September 25, 2026

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    Week of September 25, 2026 – October 2, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

    Week of September 25, 2026 – October 2, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - September 18, 2026

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    Week of September 18, 2026 – September 25, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

    Week of September 18, 2026 – September 25, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - September 11, 2026

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    Week of September, 11 2026 – September 18, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • At this time, we anticipate the centralized sewer system for Sewer Shed 2 will be placed into service within the next six weeks. Residential sewer connections will begin shortly after. Please see additional information below regarding Temporary Constructions Easements and deadlines.

    • If a TCE for the property has been signed:
      The contractor’s construction schedule will determine when each property is connected to the new sewer system. The contractor will coordinate the work with the homeowner and ensure that all required project deadlines are met. At this time, we anticipate completion of all sewer connections within Sewer Shed 2 will take approximately four months. Sewer Shed 6 may take additional time to complete while the contractor completes Shed 2.

    • If a TCE for the property has not been signed:
      Pursuant to Hernando County Ordinance Sec. 28-238 and Florida Statute 381.00655, once the centralized sewer system is in place and in service, properties within the new sewer service area are required to connect. Property owners will have one year from the availability of sewer service to complete the connection. Property owners who have not signed the TCE will be notified via mail when sewer service is available.

    Week of September, 11 2026 – September 18, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • At this time, we anticipate the centralized sewer system for Sewer Shed 2 will be placed into service within the next six weeks. Residential sewer connections will begin shortly after. Please see additional information below regarding Temporary Constructions Easements and deadlines.

    • If a TCE for the property has been signed:
      The contractor’s construction schedule will determine when each property is connected to the new sewer system. The contractor will coordinate the work with the homeowner and ensure that all required project deadlines are met. At this time, we anticipate completion of all sewer connections within Sewer Shed 2 will take approximately four months. Sewer Shed 6 may take additional time to complete while the contractor completes Shed 2.

    • If a TCE for the property has not been signed:
      Pursuant to Hernando County Ordinance Sec. 28-238 and Florida Statute 381.00655, once the centralized sewer system is in place and in service, properties within the new sewer service area are required to connect. Property owners will have one year from the availability of sewer service to complete the connection. Property owners who have not signed the TCE will be notified via mail when sewer service is available.

  • Project Update - September 4, 2026

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    Week of September, 4 2026 – September 11, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

    Week of September, 4 2026 – September 11, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - August 28, 2026

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    Week of August 28, 2026 – September 4, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

    Week of August 28, 2026 – September 4, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - August 21, 2026

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    Week of August 21, 2026 – August 28, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

    Week of August 21, 2026 – August 28, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - August 14, 2026

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    Week of August 14, 2026 – August 21, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

    Week of August 14, 2026 – August 21, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

  • Project Update - August 7, 2026

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    Week of August 7, 2026 – August 14, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.

    Week of August 7, 2026 – August 14, 2026

    Important Project Information:

    • Work will continue on Lift Station 2 and Lift Station 6.
Page last updated: 09 Oct 2026, 01:06 PM