Beekeeping allowed on residential lots in San Leandro with setback and hive-count limits. Registration with the Alameda County Agricultural Commissioner required.
San Leandro permits backyard beekeeping on single-family lots, typically limiting 2 hives on parcels under 5,000 sq ft and up to 4 hives on larger parcels. Hives must sit at least 5 feet from property lines, behind a 6-foot flyway barrier (fence or hedge) when within 15 feet of a neighboring property. California law requires beekeepers to register with the county ag commissioner annually. Water must be provided on-site to deter bees from seeking neighbor pools.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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