Allen, TX Public Health Rules: Rodent Control (2026)
Key Facts
- Code
- 2021 IPMC Section 309
- West Nile
- May-October surveillance
- Spray Response
- 48 hours after positive
- Standing Water
- Must be eliminated
Summary
Allen enforces property maintenance code requiring owners to control rodents, roaches, and mosquitoes. West Nile surveillance runs May through October with targeted spraying. Standing water violations cited under Chapter 8 health code.
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Full Breakdown
Allen adopted the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC Section 309) requiring extermination of infestations. Collin County Health Services partners on vector control. Mosquito trapping performed weekly; positive West Nile results trigger spraying within 48 hours. Residents must eliminate standing water (tires, clogged gutters, buckets).
Violations & Fines
Notice of violation with 10-day cure period. Fines 100-500 dollars. Repeat offenders face municipal court citation.
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