Beekeeping in Compton is regulated under general animal control provisions and California state law. Bee colonies must not constitute a public nuisance. Registration with the LA County Agricultural Commissioner is required by state law.
Beekeeping in Compton is subject to the city's general animal control provisions and California Food and Agricultural Code Sections 29000-29321, which require apiary registration with the county agricultural commissioner. Bee colonies must be managed so as not to constitute a public nuisance to neighbors. The LA County Department of Animal Care and Control, through the Compton Animal Center, handles animal-related complaints. Beekeepers must ensure adequate water sources for bees, maintain hives away from property lines, and manage colonies to prevent swarming and aggressive behavior. State law requires annual registration of all apiaries.
Bee colonies constituting a nuisance may be ordered removed. Failure to register with the county agricultural commissioner violates state law.
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