The Environmental Health division maintains a comprehensive program of environmental health services including: inspections, compliance, and enforcement activities; environmental monitoring and prevention activities; and providing outreach/education.

Health inspectors investigate complaints about the following: housing, lead paint determination, food establishments, and general health nuisances (e.g., rats).

Environmental Health specialists license and conduct inspections for: food establishments, swimming pools, tanning salons, residential kitchens, catering, keeping of animals, body art, septic/Title 5, well drilling, sandblasting, and transport of waste (offal), among others. Find a list here. More information can also be found on our online permit portal, NewGov.

Call (617) 796-1420 to speak with an Environmental Health specialist or email health@newtonma.gov.