Environmental Health
We protect public health by ensuring safe water, food safety, and a clean environment through inspections and monitoring.
Environmental Health Services
Our Environmental Health services cover everything from water and septic systems to food inspections, mosquito and tick surveillance, and hazardous waste disposal.
Explore our services below to learn more and take action to protect your health and the environment.
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Explore Our Services:
Water and Septic Services
We offer several programs to help maintain safe drinking water and properly functioning septic systems. Our team conducts well inspections, permits septic system installations, and ensures that water quality standards are met.
Well Water Testing
Septic System Permits & Inspections
Water Quality Monitoring
Food Sanitation & Inspections
Our department works to ensure the food you eat is safe. We inspect restaurants, food trucks, and any facility that serves or prepares food. We also offer food safety education to businesses and food workers.
Restaurant Inspections
Food Truck Licensing
Food Safety Classes
Beach and Pool Safety
The safety of our local beaches and pools is a priority. We monitor water quality and conduct inspections to protect swimmers from waterborne illnesses.
Beach Water Quality Testing
Pool Inspections
Mosquito and Tick Surveillance
Our team monitors mosquitoes and ticks in the area to help prevent diseases like West Nile Virus and Lyme Disease. Learn about our surveillance efforts and how you can protect yourself from bites.
Mosquito Testing
Tick Identification
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Safely disposing of hazardous materials protects our environment and health. We coordinate hazardous waste collection events where residents can safely dispose of chemicals, batteries, electronics, and more.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events
Proper Disposal of Hazardous Materials
Housing & Campground Inspections
Our department inspects housing units, campgrounds, and mobile home parks to ensure they meet health and safety standards. We work with property owners and tenants to resolve any issues.
Rental Housing Inspections
Campground Licensing & Inspections
Body Art Facility Inspections
Tattoo and body piercing studios are required to meet certain health standards to protect clients from infection. We inspect these facilities to ensure they are following safe practices.
Tattoo & Body Piercing Studio Inspections
Body Art Licensing Information
Environmental Health Fee Schedule Effective of 10/01/2023
The image below details the various fees associated with permits provided by the Van Buren / Cass District Health Department.
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Report an Environmental Complaint
If you notice environmental issues like sewage leaks, unsafe water, or food safety problems, report them to the Van Buren/Cass District Health Department. We’ll investigate and take action if the issue violates the Environmental Health Code.
Reportable Environmental Health Complaint:
- Sewage Issues: Leaking sewage or unapproved septic systems.
- Water Supply Problems: Homes without water or using unsafe water sources.
- Food Safety Violations: Unsafe food handling by food vendors or facilities.
How to Report an Environmental Complaint
- Complete the Environmental Health Complaint Form.
- Download and save a copy of the form.
- Submit your complaint via email or mail:
- Email: EH@vbcassdhd.org
- Mail: Use the address provided on the form.