Public Safety

Code Enforcement

The Code Enforcement Section of the Building and Fire Safety Division is responsible for enforcing the provisions of Washington State laws, codified in the Revised Code of Washington, Yakima County Code and Ordinances related to building, health, fire issues, regulatory public nuisances, dangerous buildings, and zoning matters.

Sheriff's Office

The Sheriff is responsible for the provision of police services in the unincorporated portion of the County, including patrol, criminal investigation, and emergency response.

Emergency Management

Fire Marshal's Office

The Fire Marshal's Office provides fire and life safety services to the citizens of Yakima County. Responsibilities include: fire investigation, fire and life safety inspections, plan review, fire prevention & safety education, and wildland-urban interface.

Rattlesnake Ridge Info

Official information regarding the Rattlesnake Ridge Landslide in Yakima Washington.