20 Ark. Code of Rules § 131-110
Vector and rodent control
Operative Text
20 CAR § 131-110. Vector and rodent control. (a) Mosquito control. No person, firm, corporation, or governmental agency is to allow conditions conducive to the breeding of mosquitoes in areas where mosquito populations may cause a public health nuisance. (b) Fly control. No person, firm, corporation, or governmental agency is to allow conditions conducive to fly breeding on any property they own or lease. (c) Rodent control. (1)(A) No person, firm, corporation, or governmental agency is to allow conditions conducive to the feeding, breeding, or harborage of rodents on any property they either own or lease. (B) The keeping of rodents under sanitary conditions in connection with scientific research, commercial production, or as pets is not prohibited. (2)(A) All exterior openings to buildings, both public and private, must be rodent-proof. (B) Manholes or other sewer access points must be maintained in a rodent-proof condition. (3)(A) All articles and materials stored outside of buildings must be: (i) A minimum of six inches (6”) off the ground; or (ii) In a manner approved by the Department of Health or its authorized agent. (B) This does not apply to discarded items awaiting immediate removal. (d) Pesticide and/or toxic substance use. (1) It is prohibited to apply or use any pesticide, poison, or chemical intended for pest control, or any other toxic substance, in any manner that violates label directions or intended use. (2) All pesticide, poison, toxic substance, and chemical containers must be disposed of by an acceptable method and at an approved site.
Under 20 Ark. Code R. pt. 131 § 131-110, no individual, business, or government entity may allow conditions on property they own or lease that encourage mosquitoes, flies, or rodents to breed, feed, or shelter. Buildings must have rodent-proof exterior openings and sewer access points, and materials stored outdoors must be kept at least six inches off the ground. Pesticides and other toxic substances must be used strictly according to their label directions, and their containers must be disposed of through approved methods.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under 20 Ark. Code R. pt. 131 § 131-110 generally maintain buildings by sealing exterior openings and sewer access points to prevent rodent entry, and by eliminating standing water or waste accumulations that attract mosquitoes and flies. Compliant operators typically store outdoor materials at least six inches off the ground and ensure that any pest-control products are applied only as directed on the label. Proper disposal of pesticide containers at approved sites is also a standard part of maintaining compliance with this regulation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 20 Ark. Code R. pt. 131 § 131-110, tenants have an interest in knowing that the rule applies to anyone who owns or leases property, which can include both landlords and tenants depending on the circumstances. If conditions such as rodent harborage, mosquito breeding sites, or improperly sealed building openings exist on a rental property, a tenant may consider documenting the conditions and contacting the Arkansas Department of Health, which oversees this regulation. Tenant-rights organizations can help explain how this provision may relate to habitability concerns or other remedies available under Arkansas law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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