Dublin vs Westerville
How do pest control rules compare between Dublin, OH and Westerville, OH?
Dublin and Westerville have similar restriction levels.
Dublin, OH
Franklin County
Dublin Code Chapter 93 (Property Maintenance) requires property owners to keep premises free of rodents, insects, and vermin. The Franklin County Public Health Department handles health nuisance complaints and West Nile virus mosquito surveillance in Dublin.
View full Dublin rules →Westerville, OH
Franklin County
Westerville property owners must keep premises free from rodent and insect infestation under the citys Property Maintenance Code (adopted IPMC 2018). Landlords bear primary responsibility for extermination in multi-unit buildings. Bed bugs, roaches, and rodents must be treated within 30 days of notice.
View full Westerville rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dublin | Westerville |
|---|---|---|
| Code | Chapter 93 + IPMC 309 | IPMC 309 via Westerville CO 1460 |
| Health Dept | Franklin County Public Health | - |
| Rental Duty | ORC 5321.04 habitability | - |
| Pesticide License | ODA under ORC 921 | - |
| Landlord Duty | - | Multi-unit extermination |
| Response Time | - | 30 days after notice |
| Licensing | - | ODA pesticide applicator required |
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Dublin FAQ
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Westerville FAQ
Who pays for extermination in a rental?
In buildings with two or more units, the landlord must pay. In single-family rentals, the tenant pays unless the infestation existed at move-in.
Who enforces this in Westerville?
Westerville code enforcement at (614) 901-6400 handles complaints.
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