Inglewood Chickens & Livestock Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

Inglewood has restrictive regulations on keeping fowl and livestock on residential property. Under IMC Section 4-46, it is illegal to raise or keep chickens, rabbits, pigeons, ducks, goats, or any fowl or livestock on your property without first obtaining a valid permit from the city. The permit application process is designed to ensure that animals are kept in sanitary and humane conditions.

The restrictions are even stricter in certain neighborhoods. It is unlawful for any person to raise or keep chickens, rabbits, goats, pigeons, ducks, geese, turkeys, or fowl (other than household pets) within the districts commonly known as Imperial Village, Morningside Park, and Lockhaven, regardless of whether a permit is obtained.

Separately, under the noise regulations, it is unlawful to keep any animal or fowl that causes annoyance or discomfort by sound, cry, or behavioral noise to a reasonable person in a residential neighborhood. Inglewood has adopted the County of Los Angeles Animal Control Ordinance (Title 10) by reference, which provides additional regulatory framework for animal control enforcement. Applications for livestock/fowl permits may be obtained from the City Finance Department.