Tobacco Enforcement

The Saratoga County Department of Health ensures that facilities that sell tobacco and vaping products are properly registered with the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance (DTF), that proper signage regarding the sale of tobacco and vaping products to minors is conspicuously posted and that tobacco and vaping products are properly stored to prevent access to unauthorized individuals.  At least one compliance check per year with underage youth is done at each facility where tobacco and vaping products are sold, to verify that such products are not being sold to minors.  Violators and unregistered dealers are reported to the DTF for enforcement.

To report a retailer that is selling tobacco or vaping products to anyone under the age of 21 or is selling flavored products illegally, please feel free to contact the Saratoga County Department of Health by phone (518)-584-7460, by Email, or in person at 6012 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020.

The New York State Clean Indoor Air Act (CIAA) requires indoor public places and work sites across New York State to be smoke-free.  The law applies to virtually all places of business, including bars and restaurants. Business owners are required to inform employees and patrons that smoking and vaping is prohibited indoors and to post No Smoking signs in conspicuous places within their establishment.

The Saratoga County Department of Health regularly inspects facilities that are under permit from the department and responds to complaints that are received from the public to determine compliance with various provisions of the law.  To file a smoking complaint, please contact the Saratoga County Department of Health by Email, or in person at 6012 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020.