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Since Sept. 3, 2008 Westchester County has been helping pay for the cost of septic tank pump-outs and inspections for residential and commercial properties in county sewer tax districts.
If you are going to use pesticides on your lawn, you or your landscaper have certain requirements that must be followed, regarding notifying your neighbors.
This law bans the sale and/or use of certain products with mercury and requires the proper disposal of mercury-containing products.
The Westchester County Sanitary Code consists of laws enforced by the Westchester County Board of Health and the Westchester County Department of Health to assure the health of the public.
Targeting the high levels of air pollution generated by gas-powered leaf blowers, the county now has a law designed to phase out the use of those leaf blowers that most pollute the atmosphere.
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It is against Westchester County law to throw cell phones in the garbage. Violators may be issued a warning or be fined up to $250. Cell phones must be dropped off at locations certified by Westchester County.
The Hazardous Waste Point of Sale Notification Law was enacted to encourage proper use, storage, and safe disposal of toxic chemicals and to encourage the use of the least toxic products whenever feasible. Under this law, all retail establishments selling household chemical products are required to display prominent signs warning consumers about the dangers of household chemicals.
This is the county law that deals with recycling. It requires various recyclable materials to be separated from the garbage. Individuals should consult their local recycling office for information specific to their community.
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Global Warming Plan 
