County of Maplewood
Department of Environmental Health
HealthBureau
Established 1948 · Serving Maplewood County under Title 17, Health & Safety Code · Jurisdiction: All Incorporated & Unincorporated Areas
Four service lanes. One bureau. Your compliance, clearly explained.
Each section below outlines exactly what triggers an inspection, what documents you need, how long the process takes, and what happens if you receive a violation — before you ever fill out a form.
Service Lane 01
Food Safety & Restaurant Inspections
What Triggers an Inspection
- New restaurant or food service permit application
- Annual routine inspection (all permitted facilities)
- Consumer complaint filed with the bureau
- Change of ownership or menu category upgrade
Documents Required
- Current Food Handler Certification (all staff)
- Menu with HACCP temperature log
- Pest control service records (last 90 days)
- Equipment calibration certificates
Inspection Timeline
- Routine: Within 30 days of permit renewal
- Complaint-driven: 48–72 hours from filing
- Re-inspection after violation: 10–14 business days
- Pre-opening: Scheduled 5 days before soft open
If You Receive a Violation
- Grade C or below: Closure order posted immediately
- Critical violations: 72-hour corrective action required
- Non-critical: Corrected at next routine inspection
- Appeal window: 15 calendar days from notice date
Form EH-201
Food Facility Inspection Report
Inspection Grade
Date
02/20/2026
Score
94 / 100
Sample · Form EH-201 · Rev. Jan 2026
Service Lane 02
Water Quality & Septic Systems
Form EH-415
Water Quality Test Report
Coliform Bacteria
Nitrates
pH Level
Arsenic
Sample Date
01/14/2026
Sample · Form EH-415 · Rev. Mar 2025
What Triggers a Test or Certification
- New well installation or reactivation of unused well
- Septic system permit for new construction
- Property sale requiring water quality clearance
- Complaint of odor, discoloration, or illness cluster
Documents Required
- Well construction record (county permit number)
- Site plan showing well-to-septic setback distances
- Previous water test results (if available)
- Septic installer license and system design drawings
Testing Timeline
- Water sample collection: Scheduled within 5 business days
- Lab results returned: 7–10 business days
- Septic inspection: 48 hours after installer notification
- Certification letter issued: 3 business days post-clearance
If Results Show Contamination
- Boil-water advisory issued same day for affected parcels
- Treatment system required before re-test
- Re-test fee: $85 (standard) · $140 (expedited)
- Contamination appeal: 30 days from notice date
Service Lane 03
Housing Code & Mold Investigations
What Triggers a Housing Code Investigation
- Tenant complaint of mold, pests, or habitability failure
- Referral from building department or code enforcement
- Proactive inspection of properties with prior violations
- Landlord self-disclosure prior to rental certification
Documents Required for Response
- Property address and APN (Assessor Parcel Number)
- Lease agreement or proof of tenancy (complainant)
- Prior inspection records and corrective action log
- Mold remediation contractor license (if applicable)
Investigation Timeline
- Emergency habitability complaint: Response within 24 hours
- Standard complaint: 5–7 business days
- Mold sampling results: 10–14 business days from collection
- Final clearance letter: 5 business days post-correction
Violation Notice & Appeal Rights
- Notice of Violation served by certified mail + posting
- Corrective action deadline: 30 days (standard) / 72 hrs (emergency)
- Non-compliance: $500–$5,000 per day civil penalty
- Appeal to Hearing Officer: 15 days from notice date
Form EH-308
Notice of Violation
Violation Summary
Visible mold growth exceeding 10 sq ft in bathroom and hallway. Inadequate ventilation. Ref: HSC §17920.3
Corrective Action Deadline
03/15/2026
Civil Penalty
$500/day
You have 15 calendar days from this notice to file an appeal with the Hearing Officer.
Sample · Form EH-308 · Rev. Sep 2025
Service Lane 04
Permits & Business Licensing
Form EH-100
Business Permit Application
Application Status
Sample · Form EH-100 · Rev. Jan 2026
What Requires a Health Bureau Permit
- Any new food service establishment or catering operation
- Tattoo, piercing, or personal services facility
- Public pool, spa, or recreational water facility
- Childcare center or adult day health care facility
Application Package Required
- Completed Form EH-100 (Business Permit Application)
- Floor plan with equipment layout (drawn to scale)
- Owner/operator Food Safety Manager Certificate
- Business license from City Clerk or County Recorder
Permit Issuance Timeline
- Plan check review: 10–15 business days
- Pre-opening inspection: Scheduled after plan approval
- Permit issued: Same day as passed pre-opening inspection
- Annual renewal: 60 days before expiration date
If Your Application Is Denied
- Written denial with specific code citations provided
- Correction period: 30 days to resubmit revised plans
- Formal appeal: 15 days · $75 non-refundable filing fee
- Hearing scheduled within 45 days of appeal receipt
Compliance Services Portal
Check Your Compliance Status
Tell us your property address and service type. We'll pull your current inspection record, outstanding violations, and next scheduled action.
Main Office
(555) 740-3200
Mon–Fri · 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Email Inquiries
health@maplewood.gov
Response within 2 business days
Walk-In Counter
400 Civic Center Dr
Room 108 · Maplewood, CA