Manteca does not have specific beekeeping ordinance language in its municipal code, but beekeeping is regulated under general nuisance and animal control provisions. California Food & Agricultural Code requires bee colony registration with the county agricultural commissioner.
Manteca's municipal code does not contain a dedicated beekeeping chapter. Beehives must not create a nuisance under MMC §9.52 or Chapter 6 animal provisions. California law requires beekeepers to register hives with the San Joaquin County Agricultural Commissioner (209-953-6000). Colonies must be maintained to minimize defensive behavior; hives should be positioned to direct flight paths away from neighboring properties and public areas. Water sources must be provided to reduce bees from foraging at neighbors' water. Contact Planning Division (209) 456-8500 for any zoning setback requirements that may apply to hive placement.
Nuisance beehives subject to abatement under MMC nuisance provisions. Failure to register hives with County Agricultural Commissioner: violation of CA state law.
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