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Public Health Rules in Eugene, OR (2026)

1 verified public health rules for Eugene, Oregon, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Rodent Control

Eugene's EC 6.015 bars property owners from letting conditions that attract rats or mice exist on their land, naming open compost piles, uncontained garbage or animal waste, and improperly stored animal feed as specific violations. Garbage and animal feed must go in rodent-proof containers, and the city manager can inspect any building or premises to check compliance.

Eugene Rodent Control Property Requirements

Some Restrictions

EC 6.015(1)

No owner or person in charge of property shall allow conditions to exist thereon or therein, which attract or are likely to attract, feed or harbor rats or mice. The conditions prohibited by this section are nuisances subject to abatement as provided in this code. Conditions prohibited by this section include, but are not limited to: (a) Open compost piles; (b) Accumulated garbage, recycling or...

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