Who to Contact

You have many reporting options, depending on whether the property is publicly or privately owned, its use, and whether or not a local police department has jurisdiction.

Many factors apply to reporting, and you may be asked to call a different agency. If you report a problem, and are referred to another agency, the intent is to connect you with the agency that is best suited to handle your complaint.

Always start at the local level. Local officials are familiar with properties and residents, and should be able to respond quickly. Check to see if any of the following local agencies exist:

• Local Police
  
• Municipal Code Enforcement
  
• County Code Enforcement
  
• County Solid Waste Authority
  
• County Health Department

If local options don't exist or you are not satisfied with their response, you have other options. (Please see the table of agencies and which one will respond under which circumstances.)

Also see:

Why Contact an Agency

How to Approach an Agency

How to Follow Up on Your Complaint

How Collected Penalties are Used

Other Enforcement Topics:

The Problem

The Harm

What to do if You Witness Someone Littering or Dumping Trash

What to do if You Find a Dump

The Laws

Beyond Enforcement...Other Ways to Help