Public Health Rules in Indianapolis, IN (2026)
1 verified public health rules for Indianapolis, Indiana, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Rodent Control
Every property owner in Indianapolis must keep their structure and premises rat-free under the exterior maintenance standards in Sec. 537-31. That means no piled junk, trash or debris that could shelter rats, extermination of any rats or vermin already present, and rat-proofing every exterior opening, from foundation cracks to sewer and drain penetrations, in an approved manner.
Indianapolis Rat-Proofing and Harborage Rules
Some RestrictionsCode of Indianapolis & Marion County, Sec. 537-31(2), (8), (18)-(19)(a) (Exterior Maintenance Standards)
The owner of a structure shall maintain the structure and premises in a safe and sanitary condition in accordance with the following standards: ...(2)No owner shall accumulate or permit the accumulation of junk, trash and debris, boxes, lumber, scrap metal, junk vehicles or any other materials in such a manner that may provide rat harborage on the premises. Materials stored by the owner or perm...