Public Health Rules in Snohomish County, WA (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in Snohomish County, Washington.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Snohomish County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Syringe Disposal
Snohomish County bars infectious waste, including sharps like needles, scalpel blades and lancets, from every county-owned solid waste disposal facility under SCC 7.41.050(6). Residents can't drop loose syringes at a transfer station or drop box; they need a medical sharps program instead.
Sharps and Infectious Waste Disposal Rules
Significant RestrictionsSCC 7.41.050(6)
The following restrictions shall apply to acceptance of wastes at county owned and operated solid waste disposal system facilities: ... (6) Infectious wastes are not acceptable. (7) Pharmaceutical wastes including expired, unused or contaminated drugs and vaccines are not acceptable. (8) Animal carcasses are not acceptable.
Public Health Rules by City in Snohomish County
3 cities in Snohomish County have their own public health rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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