Santa Rosa allows beekeeping in residential areas under Zoning Code Section 20-42.040. Hives must be set back from property lines and maintained to prevent nuisance conditions.
Under Zoning Code Section 20-42.040 (Animal Keeping), Santa Rosa permits beekeeping in residential zones with conditions. Hives must maintain setbacks from property lines and neighboring structures. A water source must be provided for bees on the beekeeper's property. Hive entrances should be directed away from neighboring properties or screened with a barrier. The number of hives may be limited based on lot size. Beekeepers should register with the Sonoma County Agricultural Commissioner.
Beekeeping that creates a nuisance may result in code enforcement action requiring hive relocation or removal.
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