Nevada County Environmental Health Department regulates the construction, modification, and destruction of water wells throughout the county in order to protect its groundwater resources. Water Wells are commonly used as the only potable water supply for homes and small communities in Nevada County.
Well Permit Applications can only be applied for by a licensed California Well Driller. This can be done online through our Accela Online Citizen Access Portal. Please contact a Licensed California Well Driller if you plan on drilling a well.
Well permits expire one year after the permit issuance date.
For more information, please view our Frequently Asked Questions on Wells
