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Health Department Frequently asked Questions
FAQ:
Q: Is my septic system plan in your office?
Yes, if your house was constructed or your system was altered after 1978.

Q: How close can wells be to each other?
There are currently no distance requirements.

Q: Do you check the beach waters in the summer?
Yes, we monitor all public beaches weekly.

Q: What do I need for a water test?
A brown 16 oz. Bottle (Drug Store) of water (let it run for 5 minutes), taken the morning of testing, A check for $30 to Barnstable County, $5 Cash for airfare. Please bring sample to Health Department by 9:30am.


Town of Nantucket
  16 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA 02554