Pest control in Palm Springs involves desert species (scorpions, black widows, rattlesnakes, kissing bugs, termites) and is regulated at the state level by the California Structural Pest Control Board and Department of Pesticide Regulation. Licensed applicators and disclosure rules protect residents.
Pest control in Palm Springs is governed by California's Structural Pest Control Act (Business and Professions Code sections 8500 and following) and the California Department of Pesticide Regulation. Any company applying pesticides, performing termite treatments, or inspecting for wood-destroying organisms must be licensed by the Structural Pest Control Board with Branch 2 (general pest) or Branch 3 (termites) qualifications. Termite reports during real-estate transactions are Wood-Destroying Pests and Organisms Inspection Reports; Palm Springs' arid climate sees drywood termites and subterranean termites, especially in irrigated landscapes. Common desert pests include bark scorpions, black widows, Africanized bees, rattlesnakes (particularly in hillside neighborhoods), and kissing bugs (Triatoma, Chagas disease vector). Rodent control is regulated to minimize secondary poisoning of raptors and bobcats; second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides face state restrictions. Homeowner DIY products purchased at retail must be used per label. Riverside County Vector Control handles mosquitoes (West Nile, dengue surveillance) and bee abatement on public property. Habitability rules (CA Civil Code 1941.1) require landlords to address serious infestations. Integrated Pest Management is encouraged for HOA and city properties.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Palm Springs code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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