Franklin County Public Health responds to and investigates public health nuisance complaints. In simple terms, a public health nuisance is when a building or property is in a condition that threatens or potentially threatens the health of a person or community. Below are examples of public health nuisances that Franklin County Public Health will investigate:
- Accumulation of trash, garbage and materials on properties
- Rat and rodent infestations
- Animal waste and manure
- Dead animals
- Weeds and grass (townships only)
- Unsanitary housing or living conditions
- Limited areas of housing maintenance
If you would like to register a complaint regarding a nuisance property or condition, please call (614) 525-3160.
For properties located in the City of Columbus, please contact (614) 645-3111. For properties located in the City of Worthington, please contact (614) 436-3100
FCPH Regulations:
Regulation #710 - Housing Maintenance & Occupancy
Regulation #712 - Rat Control
Regulation #715 - Dead Animals
Regulation #716 - Weeds
Regulation #717 - Manure
Regulation #718 - Nuisance
