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Public Health Rules in Piscataway, NJ (2026)

1 verified public health rules for Piscataway, New Jersey, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Rodent Control

Piscataway's Property Maintenance Code requires every structure and yard to stay free of rat infestation, promptly exterminating any rats found, under § PM-303.5. Foundation walls must stay crack-free to block rat entry under § PM-304.5, and basement hatchways and openable basement windows need rat-proof shields or other approved protection under §§ PM-304.17 and PM-304.18.

Piscataway Rat Harborage and Rodent-Proofing Rules

Some Restrictions

Piscataway Township Code § 17-1, PM-303.5 and PM-304.5

PM-303.5 Rat harborage: All structures and exterior property shall be kept free from rat infestation. Where rats are found, they shall be promptly exterminated by approved processes which will not be injurious to human health. After extermination, proper precautions shall be taken to prevent reinfestation. ... PM-30 ... 4.5 Foundation walls: All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and fr...