Public Health Rules in Cameron County, TX (2026)
1 rule for unincorporated Cameron County, Texas.
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Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Cameron County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Rodent Control
Cameron County's housing code requires every window, exterior door and other structure opening to be substantially weathertight, watertight and rodent proof, and kept in sound repair. The rule sits inside the substandard-housing standards enforced by the Building Official under the Flood Damage Prevention and Building Regulations.
Cameron County Rodent-Proofing Rule for Homes
Light RestrictionsCameron County Flood Damage Prevention and Building Regulations, Art. 4 § H.4(12)
Every intended opening in a structure shall be covered with a window, exterior door, basement or cellar door, or hatchway, as applicable, which shall be substantially weathertight, watertight and rodent proof, and shall be kept in sound working condition and good repair.
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