The Environmental Health Section investigates alleged sanitary nuisance complaints and initiates enforcement action against those responsible. Typical nuisances addressed by the health department include, but are not limited to, failing septic systems, sewage leaks, keeping diseased animals that pose a threat to human health, and any condition capable of breeding flies and mosquitoes.
Sanitary nuisances are defined in Section 386, Part I, Florida Statutes.
Food Safety in Florida is regulated by multiple agencies
Restaurant complaints may be filed online with the Department of Business and Professional Regulations.
To report unsafe or unsanitary conditions in a grocery store, convenience store, bakery, or food processor, call the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services at 850-245-5520.