Human Health Hazard Complaints
In 1996, the Lincoln County Board of Supervisors ordained the “Human Health Hazards” ordinance. Enforcement of the Human Health Hazard ordinance is the role of Lincoln County Board of Health and Lincoln County Health Department’s Health Officer and Environmental Specialist. If a Human Health Hazard is found, the Health Department works with the owner to ensure safe removal of the hazard. If an owner does not comply with removal of the hazard, a citation may be issued.
To file a Human Health Hazard complaint, complete the Environmental Health Complaint Form.
Outdoor Wood Boilers
Outdoor Wood Burner Unit can impact the health of nearby residents. The potential for a Human Health Hazard can be greatly diminished or eliminated by insuring that the following occurs;
- Prohibit the burning of household waste
- Allow only clean, untreated wood to be burned
- Require that the stack to be a certain height
