important county contacts
Because Google doesn’t always know the mountain way.
Dark Sky Compliance
Coconino County offers Support for Keeping Our Sky’s Dark
Lighting Inspection
Request an inspection of your exterior lighting. It includes a written report. Fees are $55/hour plus mileage, two-hour minimum. Email Mark for details at mstento@coconino.az.gov.
Code Violation Report
Notice illegal lighting? File a report here at www.coconino.az.gov and search for Code Violations and Enforcement.
Fixture Review
Not sure if a light is compliant? Send it in for review at mstento@coconino.az.gov.
Still Have Questions?
Email or call Mark Stento, Code Enforcement Compliance Manager,
at (928) 679-8856 or mstento@coconino.az.gov
Domestic Animal & Wildlife Services
Loose Dogs, Nuisance Complaints, or Dog Bites
Coconino County Animal Management (928) 679-8756
For serious attacks or issues, call the Sheriff’s Office (928) 774-4523
Rabies Concerns (Pets or Wildlife)
Report sick or aggressive animals immediately—especially if foaming, staggering, or behaving unusually.
Coconino County Animal Management (928) 679-8756
Found a Stray?
Do not approach if the animal appears aggressive. If safe, confine the animal and call Animal Management for pickup or next steps.
The Pinewood Fire Department has microchip scanners. You can bring the animal to the firehouse or call (928) 286-9885.
High Country Humane (928) 526-0742.
NOTE! Coconino County has leash laws. Dogs must be under control at all times—even in rural areas.
Injured or Dangerous Wildlife
Arizona Game & Fish (Flagstaff Region) (928) 774-5045
Weekends & after hours call 911
Don’t feed wildlife. Keep trash secure. Report encounters with bears, mountain lions, or sick animals.
Loose Livestock
Department of Agriculture (press 1) (800) 294-0305
Environmental & Emergency Services
Illegal Dumping in Forests or Waterways
Environmental Quality Reporting Line (928) 679-8886
(press 1 to leave a message) Reports can be made anonymously.
Flooding Concerns
Coconino County Call Center: (928) 679-8525
Emergency Planning and Real-Time Updates
Coconino County Emergency Management (928) 679-8311
Fire-Related Concerns
Illegal Campfires on National Forest Land
Coconino National Forest Dispatch Center (928) 527-3552
Coconino County Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Dispatch (928) 774-4523
(press option 1) Provide detailed location information, such as forest road numbers or GPS coordinates, when reporting.
Illegal Campfires (private property) during Fire Restrictions
Coconino County Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Dispatch (928) 774-4523
(press option 1) Applicable to unincorporated areas of the county.
Fire Restrictions Information
Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs)
Reckless Driving, Trespassing, or Noise Complaints
Coconino County Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Dispatch (928) 774-4523
(press option 1) to report OHVs off designated routes, speeding near homes, or damaging property.
Short-Term Rental Questions & Complaints
Loud Parties, Parking Issues, Trash or Other Nuisances
Coconino County Sheriff’s Non-Emergency Dispatch (928) 774-4523
(press option 1) For immediate issues with noise, trespassing, blocked roads, or safety concerns.
Ongoing STR Violations or Registration Questions
Coconino County Short-Term Rentals Compliance Officer, Tristan Dowse (928) 853-5340
Know Your Rights: Short-Term Rental owners must give their contact details to Coconino County and provide them in writing to adjacent neighbors. If you live next door and never received this information, call the County STR Compliance Officer to confirm the property’s registration. For unresponsive owners, recurring disturbances, or suspected unregistered rentals, report the issue to the County or the Sheriff’s Office.