Livestock and poultry keeping in unincorporated LA County is regulated by Title 10 (Animals) and Title 22 (Zoning). Roosters are restricted under LA County Code Chapter 10.38. Livestock keeping depends heavily on the zoning district. Animal keeping standards include setbacks from neighboring properties.
Keeping chickens and livestock in unincorporated LA County depends on your zoning district under Title 22. Agricultural zones (A-1, A-2) generally permit livestock keeping. Residential zones have restrictions: R-1 zones may allow limited poultry (hens only) with setback requirements from neighboring dwellings, typically 35-75 feet depending on the zone. Roosters are restricted under Chapter 10.38 due to noise concerns. Title 10 requires adequate shelter, food, water, and sanitary conditions for all animals. The number of animals allowed varies by lot size and zone.
Keeping livestock in a prohibited zone or exceeding animal limits is a zoning violation under Title 22, enforceable by the Department of Regional Planning. Animal cruelty or inadequate care violations under Title 10 can result in fines of $250-$1,000 and seizure of animals. Noise complaints from roosters are handled by Animal Care & Control with fines up to $500 for repeat violations.
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