Animal hoarding in unincorporated Maricopa County is addressed through animal keeping limits and Maricopa County Animal Care & Control at (602) 506-7387.
The county zoning ordinance limits animals by zone. Rural zones are more permissive. Exceeding limits or maintaining hoarding conditions triggers enforcement. MCACC investigates welfare complaints. Criminal cruelty under ARS 13-2910. This animal hoarding rule under Maricopa County's animals ordinances applies to unincorporated areas of Maricopa County. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Maricopa County code enforcement directly or consult the official Arizona municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Exceeding limits: code fines. Animal cruelty under ARS 13-2910: class 1 misdemeanor (up to $2,500 fine, 6 months jail). Aggravated cruelty: class 6 felony.
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