The City has current and historical information on wells permits stored in two formats. We recommend searching both formats for the most comprehensive information. If neither search returns the desired information, you can open a freedom of information request for more information.<\/p>\n
Disclaimer: This tool is provided as-is to facilitate public access to Well Permit data. This data is aggregated from multiple historical and current systems and may not be complete. The information provided herein is for general informational purposes only and is provided ‘as is’ without warranty of any kind, express or implied. No representation is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information. The user assumes all responsibility and risk for any reliance upon the information provided.<\/p>\n
Please see below for a brief walkthrough on using the Well Data Portal:<\/p>\n
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Home Buyer\u2019s FAQ: What to Ask About Septic Systems & Private Wells<\/p>\n
Before you buy, protect your investment by getting the facts about on-site water and wastewater systems. Use this checklist when talking with your realtor or seller:<\/p>\n
Septic System Questions<\/p>\n
Where is the septic tank and drain field located?
Request a map or permit record showing their locations on the property.
\nHow old are the septic tank and drain field?
Older systems may need repairs or replacement.
\nAre maintenance and pumping records available?
Ask for documentation of inspections, pumping, and repairs.
\nWhen was the system last inspected and pumped?
Regular maintenance is key for system longevity.
\nHas the system ever failed or needed repairs?
Learn about any history of backups, leaks, or repairs.
\nIs there space for a secondary leach field if needed?
Check if the property allows for a backup drain field.
\nDoes the septic system comply with local regulations?
Confirm with your realtor and local health department.
\nWhat can and cannot go down the drains?
Understand proper use to avoid costly problems.<\/p>\n
Well Disclosure Questions<\/p>\n
Are there any wells on the property?
Request a map showing the exact location(s) and the legal property description.
\nWhat type of well is present?
(Drinking, irrigation, or other) and whether it is currently in use or abandoned.
\nWhat is the well\u2019s depth, age, and date drilled?
Deeper, newer wells may be more reliable.
\nWhat is the condition and age of the well pump and pressure tank?
Older equipment may need replacement.
\nIs there a maintenance and repair history for the well?
Ask for records of routine service and any repairs.
\nWhen was the most recent water quality test performed?
Request the date, results (including yield), and any contamination findings.
\nAre there any water treatment or filtration systems present?
Know what\u2019s installed and if maintenance is up to date.
\nAre there any known issues with water supply quality or well performance?
Ask about past or current problems with water pressure, quality, or supply.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The City has current and historical information on wells permits stored in two formats. We recommend searching both…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":88149,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[209,211,210],"class_list":{"0":"post-88148","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-cape-coral","8":"tag-cape-coral","9":"tag-cape-coral-headlines","10":"tag-cape-coral-news"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88148","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=88148"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/88148\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/88149"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=88148"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=88148"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=88148"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}