Pennsylvania does not have a statewide ban on breed-specific legislation. Some PA municipalities have breed restrictions, though they face legal challenges.
Unlike California, Pennsylvania does not preempt local breed-specific legislation statewide. Some PA municipalities have enacted breed restrictions, particularly targeting pit bulls and similar breeds. However, these ordinances face ongoing legal challenges. The PA Dog Law (§459-502-A) provides behavior-based dangerous dog provisions. Dog warden services handle dangerous dog complaints. Individual dog behavior, not breed, determines dangerous dog designation under state law. HOA breed restrictions are separate from municipal law.
Breed restriction violations (where enacted): fines vary by municipality. Dangerous dog violation: up to $500. Severe attack: criminal charges possible.
Norristown, PA
Norristown Chapter 229 (Peace and Good Order) prohibits loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that annoys, disturbs, injures, or endangers others. Gatherings m...
Norristown, PA
Norristown Chapter 229 prohibits construction activity (hauling, excavation, demolition, equipment) between 7:30 PM–7:00 AM Mon–Fri, and 8:00 PM–9:00 AM Sat–...
Norristown, PA
Norristown Chapter 103 (Animals) governs barking dogs and is supplemental to PA Dog Law (3 P.S. §459). Animal Control Officer position established. Violation...
Norristown, PA
Aircraft noise is federally preempted. Norristown has no local aircraft noise ordinance. Located in Montgomery County, approximately 15 miles from Philadelph...
Norristown, PA
Vehicles used for recreational purposes may park on Norristown streets for no more than 48 hours. This applies to RVs and similar recreational vehicles class...
Norristown, PA
No person shall park any commercial vehicle upon any Norristown street, alley, or highway. Exceptions include active deliveries, utility work, emergency vehi...
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