Does the City spray for mosquitoes?
Yes, based on multiple factors including mosquito-trapping results, confirmed West Nile Virus in mosquito samples, human West Nile Virus case, and number of complaints in a given area.
Can the City notify me before spraying my neighborhood?
Yes, please contact 972.919.2536 or 972.919.2546 to be placed on a notification list.
I think my neighbor is breeding mosquitoes, what do I do?
It may be a neighbor, but it can also be you. City staff will perform a courtesy inspection of the property or neighboring properties to identify and eliminate breeding sources. Mosquitoes usually do not travel far from the breeding source.
I have bees at my house. What do I do?
Contact the Environmental Health Division for advice and for staff to conduct a site visit. However, in most cases the property owner will have to contact a State of Texas licensed pest control applicator for assistance.
How do I drain my swimming pool?
Swimming pools should be drained to the sanitary sewer and not the alley, street or storm drains. If the pool is not connected to the sanitary sewer, please contact the Environmental Health Division for assistance on proper discharge of swimming pool water.
Who do I call about discharges of water that may be polluted?
Contact Environmental Health. For after-hours service contact Police Dispatch at 972.484.3620.
Is it legal to dump leaves or grass clippings into the street or storm drain?
No. Although wind may blow leaves or grass clippings across properties, the intentional discharge of grass clippings or leaves is prohibited by city ordinances. Residents or landscape companies should collect the clippings or leaves for recycling or disposal or blow them back onto the property being serviced.
I think I have become ill after eating at a local restaurant, what should I do?
Seek medical advice from your physician or call 911 if an emergency. Contact the Environmental Health Division as soon as possible so that City staff can investigate the complaint and take any actions necessary to protect public health and safety.
I am considering buying property in Farmers Branch and want to know if there are any known environmental problems on the property. Who do I call?
Contact the Environmental Health Division and staff can review its files to see if there are any known environmental issues. You should also consider retaining an environmental consultant to assess the property.