Escondido allows chickens in residential zones: up to 25 in R-A and R-E zones, 6 hens (no roosters) in R-1. Coops must be 20 feet from any residence. Bovine animals permitted in some zones per Table 33-95a.
Escondido permits domesticated fowl (chickens, ducks, turkeys) in residential zones per Table 33-95a. Quantities vary by zone: R-A and R-E zones allow up to 25 fowl per parcel. R-1 (single-family) zones allow 6 chickens, hens only; roosters are not permitted in R-1. Coops must be placed at least 20 feet from any residence. Bovine animals (cattle, sheep, goats, swine) are permitted in R-A and R-E zones with specific quantity limits per the table. No more than the quantities listed in Table 33-95a or Section 33-1116 shall be kept on any premises, except offspring may be kept onsite for up to four months from birth. Animal keeping must not constitute a nuisance or detriment to health, safety, or general welfare. All animals are subject to Chapter 4 (Animal Control) and applicable county and state codes.
Exceeding limits: Code Compliance notice. Nuisance conditions: abatement order. Non-compliance: fines.
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