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Environmental Health

Asbestos
Learn how to properly remove, transport, and dispose of asbestos-containing materials.
Asbestos
Bathing Beaches
Discover how the Gloucester Health Department protects the public from various pathogens at public swimming areas.
Bathing Beaches
Camps
Access information concerning public health at day and recreational camps, including licensing and inspection information.
Camps
Dumpsters
Obtain information in regard to the Gloucester Board of Health’s dumpster regulations.
Dumpsters
Garbage Trucks
Learn about safe and clean handling of household and commercial waste.
Garbage Trucks
Hotels & Motels
Access licensing and inspection information for area lodging facilities.
Hotels & Motels
Housing
Discover how the Gloucester Health Department ensures the safety and sanitary requirements of all housing units within the community.
Housing
Lead Paint
Find out what regulations are in place regarding lead paint disposal and learn about lead poisoning prevention and treatment.
Lead Paint
Mercury Disposal
Find out how to properly dispose of all mercury-containing products.
Mercury Disposal
Noise Control
Learn about the rules and regulations regarding noise control in Gloucester.
City Noise Ordinance
BOH Guidebook
Safe Noise Levels
Noise Exposure Limits
Nuisances & Complaints
Find out how the Gloucester Health Department works to control litter within the City’s public areas and harbor.
Nuisances & Complaints
Septic Systems
Learn about the rules, regulations, installation, maintenance, and operation procedures concerning septic systems.
Septic Systems
Swimming Pools
Obtain information regarding swimming pool sanitary codes, inspections, and licensing information.
Swimming Pools
Wells
Learn about the rules and regulations regarding private wells in Gloucester.
Wells