Sioux Falls allows up to six hens on residential lots under Ch. 90.20, but roosters and other livestock are prohibited within most city limits without an agricultural zoning designation.
Sioux Falls Code Ch. 90.20 permits up to six hens per residential parcel as long as the coop sits at least 25 feet from neighboring dwellings, is fully enclosed, and does not create odor or noise nuisances. Roosters are banned citywide. Goats, pigs, cattle, and sheep are not allowed on lots zoned residential under the Shape Sioux Falls 2040 zoning code; agricultural zoning or a special permit through Planning is required. Animal Control investigates complaints and issues warnings before citations.
Violations are class 2 misdemeanors handled by Sioux Falls Animal Control with fines starting around 100 dollars per offense plus possible removal of unlawful animals.
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