Ventura County Zoning Ordinance §8107-2 establishes detailed animal keeping standards based on zone, lot size, and animal type. Animals must be contained on the property and maintained at setback distances from off-site dwelling units. Roosters have specific standards under §8107-2.3.7.
Section 8107-2 regulates animal keeping through an animal unit equivalency system. Pet animals are assigned unit factors under §8107-2.4.2 with allowed numbers based on lot size per §8107-2.4.3. Animal husbandry/keeping (livestock) is regulated under §8107-2.5 with units based on lot area. All animals must be contained on the property per §8107-2.2.1 and maintained at required setback distances from off-site dwelling units per §8107-2.2.2. Roosters are specifically addressed in §8107-2.3.7 for youth projects and hobbyists. Wild animals have additional standards under §8107-2.3.5. Backyard beekeeping is regulated separately under §8107-2.6.2.
Exceeding animal keeping limits or failing to maintain required setbacks violates the zoning ordinance. Code Compliance issues notices with correction deadlines. Persistent animal-related nuisances (noise, odor, unsanitary conditions) may trigger abatement proceedings. Ventura County Animal Services at (805) 388-4341 handles animal welfare complaints.
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