Mountain View allows a limited number of hens in residential zones with setback requirements; roosters are prohibited and larger livestock is generally not allowed on standard lots.
Mountain View City Code Chapter 5 and Zoning permit residents in single-family zones to keep a small number of hens, typically up to four, for personal egg production. Roosters are prohibited due to noise. Coops must be set back at least 20 feet from neighboring dwellings and kept clean to avoid odor and rodent nuisances. Larger livestock such as goats, pigs, and cattle are not permitted on standard residential lots under one acre, though limited dwarf goat keeping may be authorized by special approval. Hobby beekeeping is regulated separately. All chickens must be enclosed to prevent wildlife predation and must not create a public nuisance. Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority enforces complaints.
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