The City of Orange permits up to five chickens on residential property under OMC Chapter 6.04. Roosters are prohibited. Coops must be set back 20 feet from all property lines. On-site slaughtering and commercial egg sales are not allowed.
Under OMC Chapter 6.04 as amended by Ordinance 01-21, residential properties in Orange may keep up to five chickens. Roosters are prohibited to prevent noise disturbance. Chicken coops must be set back a minimum of 20 feet from all property lines. No permit is required to keep chickens within these limits. Breeding for commercial sale, on-site slaughtering, and selling eggs commercially are prohibited. Coops and enclosures must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Livestock other than chickens (such as goats, sheep, or pigs) are generally not permitted in standard residential zones.
Violations of chicken-keeping regulations may result in code enforcement action, required removal of birds, and fines under OMC Chapter 6.04.
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