Environmental Health Division

Phone: 262-636-9203
Fax: 262-636-9165
After-hours Public Health Emergencies:
262-886-2300
Email:
PublicHealth@CityofRacine.org

Location:

730 Washington Avenue
Garden Level
Racine, WI 53403

Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
1:00 P.M. – 4:30 P.M

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Environmental Health

PLEASE NOTE: Personnel are available for in-office consultations from 8-10 AM, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). If you would like to make an appointment, call the Environmental Health Division at 262-636-9203.

The City of Racine Public Health Department’s Environmental Health Division provides programs and services to help ensure the safety and well-being of Racine’s residents and visitors alike.

	Animals Info about pet licenses, pet fancier permits, urban chicken permits, and other animal concerns.			Body Art Licensing Licensing info for body art establishments (including tattoos and piercing).
	Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Keep your children safe from the dangers of lead poisoning.			Food Safety and Licensing Licensing info for restaurants, grocery stores, mobile food vendors & more, plus how to report a concern.
	Frequently Asked Questions Some of the most often asked questions about the Environmental Health Division.			Household Hazardous Waste Proper disposal of household hazardous waste, such as cleaners and solvents, is important for keeping the environment safe.
	Lodging Facility Licensing Licensing info for operators of lodging facilities, such as hotels and motels.			Medicine Collection Learn about resources for properly disposing of old or unneeded medications.
	Noise Compliance Info about temporary noise variance permits and compliance with noise ordinances.			Pet Shop Licensing Licensing info for pet shops.
	Private Well Water Testing Regular testing of private wells used for drinking water is recommended by the WI DNR.			Property Rental and Housing Important info for both tenants and rental property owners.
	Public Pool Licensing Licensing info for operators of public pools and other public water or swimming attractions.			Radon Radon is a dangerous radioactive gas that can leak into homes through your basement or foundation.
	Restaurant Inspections Restaurant inspection reports are available for review.			Sharps Safely dispose of sharps, including syringes, lancets, and other sharp medical instruments.
	Temporary Food Events Information for food vendors who plan to sell at temporary events such as fairs, carnivals, or sporting events.			Tourist Rooming Houses / Short-Term Rentals Rental of a whole or partial residence to visitors for less than 30 days is commonly known as a Short-Term Rental.
	Weights & Measures Program The Weights & Measures Program protects consumers by ensuring pumps, scales, and similar products are accurate.