SEC. 85. Types of Nuisances.—For the purpose of this
Chapter, the following shall be considered nuisances:
Public or private premises maintained and used in a manner
injurious to health;
Breeding places and harborages of vermin;
Animals and their carcasses which are injurious to health;
Accumulation of refuse;
Noxious matter or waste water discharged improperly in streets;
Animal stockage maintained in a manner injurious to health;
Excessive noise; and
Illegal shanties in public or private properties.
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CitationPD 856 Section 85 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)
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