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Public Health Rules in Medford, MA (2026)

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

Verified from official government sources

Rodent Control

Chapter 6, Article IV of the Medford Revised Ordinances attaches a rodent control fee and, for larger projects, a mandatory integrated pest management plan to building, utility, dumpster, food-service and landfill permits, with Sec. 6-120 authorizing permit revocation and fines up to $300.00 per day for noncompliance.

Medford Rodent Control Permit Rules

Significant Restrictions

Medford Revised Ordinances §§ 6-112, 6-120

Sec. 6-112. - Permits for buildings, earthworks, street openings and utility installation.(a)Buildings and earthworks.(1)All permits issued by the building commissioner for earth displacement and land clearing activities on residential and commercial property will be subject to a separate fee designated for rodent control. ... (2)In addition to the fee required above, building permits issued fo...