Animal hoarding in unincorporated Ventura County is addressed through the animal keeping standards in §8107-2 and nuisance abatement under Division 13. Exceeding the allowed number of animal units for a lot size constitutes a zoning violation.
Section 8107-2 establishes animal unit limits based on zone and lot size. Exceeding these limits — whether through pet animal units (§8107-2.4) or animal husbandry units (§8107-2.5) — is a zoning violation. Conditions associated with hoarding (unsanitary conditions, animal neglect, odor, pest attraction) also violate nuisance provisions under Division 13. Ventura County Animal Services at (805) 388-4341 investigates animal welfare complaints. Multi-agency responses may involve Code Compliance, Animal Services, and Environmental Health.
Exceeding animal limits: zoning violation with code enforcement fines. Animal neglect/cruelty: criminal prosecution under CA Penal Code 597. Nuisance conditions: Division 13 abatement with cost recovery.
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