League City allows livestock on properties of 5+ acres with a 50-foot setback from neighbor residences under Section 18-20. Poultry and fowl must be kept at least 50 feet from any residence other than the owner's per Section 18-24. Daily cleaning required.
Section 18-20 allows livestock on premises of five acres or more, kept at least 50 feet from any residence or occupied building on adjoining property. A grandfathering exemption exists if livestock keeping predates nearby construction. Section 18-24 requires poultry, fowl, and rabbits to be kept at least 50 feet from any residence other than the owner's. Section 18-25 mandates strict sanitary conditions: pen floors must be cleaned at least once every 24 hours, interiors must be disinfected weekly with lime or similar compounds, and premises must be maintained pest-free. Roosters are not specifically addressed but would be subject to the general noise ordinance. Swine are prohibited except on properties meeting the 1,000-foot setback from residences under Section 18-19.
Fine up to $500 per offense under Section 1-5. Unsanitary conditions may trigger additional health violations under Chapter 54. Animals may be impounded.
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