Newport Beach restricts the keeping of chickens and livestock in most residential zoning districts. Chickens, roosters, and other poultry are generally prohibited in standard residential zones, with limited allowances in agricultural or large-lot residential areas.
Newport Beach Municipal Code Title 7 (Animal Control) and Zoning Code Title 20 regulate the keeping of poultry and livestock on residential property. In most standard residential zoning districts (R-1, R-2, RM), the keeping of chickens, roosters, ducks, geese, turkeys, and other poultry is prohibited. Livestock including goats, sheep, pigs, horses, and cattle are similarly prohibited in standard residential zones. Limited agricultural uses including poultry and livestock may be permitted in certain areas zoned for agricultural or equestrian uses, typically requiring larger lot sizes. Roosters are prohibited in all residential areas due to noise. The keeping of any animals must not create a nuisance including excessive noise, odor, or attraction of vermin. Newport Beach Animal Control, operated through the Orange County Animal Care facility, handles complaints about prohibited animal keeping. Residents interested in keeping poultry or livestock should verify their specific zoning designation with Community Development, as some planned communities or specific plan areas may have different standards.
Keeping prohibited animals may result in code enforcement notices, fines, and requirements to remove the animals. Contact OC Animal Care at (714) 935-6848 or Newport Beach Code Enforcement at (949) 644-3215.
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