Beekeeping in Oceanside is subject to state apiary registration requirements and San Diego County setback rules. All beekeepers must register with the County Agricultural Commissioner by January 1 annually or within 30 days of acquiring bees.
Beekeeping in Oceanside is regulated under California Food and Agricultural Code Division 13 (Apiary Protection Act, Sections 29000-29322). All beekeepers must register with the San Diego County Agricultural Commissioner by January 1 each year or within 30 days of acquiring bees. San Diego County enforces setback requirements for apiaries from buildings and property lines. Hives must be maintained to prevent nuisance conditions including aggressive bee behavior and swarming. Colonies must have adequate water sources to prevent bees from seeking water on neighboring properties. The County Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures oversees bee health and apiary compliance. San Diego County waives registration fees for beekeepers with 1-9 colonies.
Unregistered apiary: state violation. Nuisance conditions: Code Enforcement or County action. Aggressive bee incidents: potential mandatory hive removal.
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