Housing and Complaints

Bloomfield Health Department: Ensuring Safe and Healthy Housing

The Bloomfield Health Department plays a vital role in safeguarding the well-being of our residents by ensuring safe and healthy housing conditions.

What We Do:

Our dedicated team conducts inspections to identify and address potential housing code violations that could pose health risks. Here's what we can help with:

• Unsanitary conditions: We investigate reports of inadequate sanitation, including issues with garbage disposal, mold growth, or vermin infestation.

• Structural concerns: We assess potential safety hazards due to structural problems, such as faulty wiring, leaking roofs, or unsound building materials.

• Lack of essential utilities: We ensure proper access to essential utilities like heat, hot water, and functioning plumbing systems.

• Overcrowding: We investigate potential overcrowding situations that could impact health and safety.

Filing a Complaint:

If you suspect a housing code violation, you can play a part in maintaining a healthy community. Here's how to report a concern:

• Call the Bloomfield Health Department: Reach out to our dedicated staff at 973-680-4024. They will guide you through the complaint process and gather the necessary information.

Taking Action:

Once a complaint is filed, a housing inspector will be dispatched to investigate the issue. Based on their findings, the inspector may take the following actions:

• Issue an advisory notice: This outlines steps the property owner needs to take to address minor violations.

• Issue a formal notice of violation: This requires corrective action for more serious violations that pose a health or safety risk. In some cases, legal action may be necessary to ensure compliance.

Working Together:

By working collaboratively, the Bloomfield Health Department and residents can create a safer and healthier living environment for everyone in our community. If you have any concerns about housing conditions, don't hesitate to contact us.