Oceanside allows chickens with restrictions under Chapter 4 of the city code. Roosters are prohibited anywhere within the city. Animal limits cap at six animals per residential unit. Livestock keeping depends on zoning district and lot size.
Chapter 4 (Animals and Fowl) of the Oceanside Code of Ordinances regulates animal keeping. Animals are limited to six per residential unit, with no more than three being dogs, and animals under three months are exempt from the count. Roosters are prohibited anywhere within city limits due to noise concerns. Hens may be permitted in certain residential zones subject to lot size, enclosure, and setback requirements. Poultry must be kept in sanitary conditions. Livestock such as horses, goats, and cattle are permitted on properties with appropriate agricultural or estate zoning designations. The Oceanside zoning ordinance Article 10 (Residential Districts) establishes which zones allow animal keeping and under what conditions. All animal-related nuisances including odor, noise, and unsanitary conditions are enforceable under the city's nuisance provisions.
Keeping roosters results in code enforcement action. Exceeding animal limits or maintaining animals in unsanitary conditions may result in fines and required removal. Contact Code Enforcement at (760) 435-4500.
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