Public Health Rules in Palm Desert, CA (2026)
1 verified public health rules for Palm Desert, California, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Rodent Control
In the City of Palm Desert, California, dead, decayed or overgrown vegetation likely to harbor rats or vermin is a public nuisance, and so is a pool, spa, pond or fountain that has become a breeding place for insects. Section 8.20.020 puts the duty on every owner, tenant or person in charge of the property.
Palm Desert Rodent, Vermin and Pest Habitat Rules
Some RestrictionsPalm Desert Municipal Code § 8.20.020
It is unlawful and a public nuisance for any person owning, leasing, renting, occupying, or having charge or possession of any property in the city to maintain the property or allow the property to be maintained, with any of the following conditions: ... J. Any swimming pool, spa, pond, fountain or other body of water which is, may become, or which has become polluted, stagnant, a breeding plac...
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