West Covina allows chickens on residential property but roosters are prohibited. Chickens must be kept at least 20 ft from neighboring properties. Specific limits and zoning restrictions apply per Chapter 6.
West Covina Municipal Code Chapter 6 (Animals and Fowl) governs animal keeping. Community reports indicate chickens are allowed with approximately 20-foot setback from neighbors, and roosters are not permitted. The zoning code sections 11.32.050 (Dogs, cats and chickens), 11.32.060 (Livestock and farm fowl as accessory use), 11.32.030 (Hogs and roosters prohibited), 11.32.070 (Maintenance of premises), and 11.32.100 (Excess animal permit) apply. LA County Animal Care and Control provides animal enforcement services.
Violations of animal keeping standards are enforced by LA County Animal Care and Control. Unsanitary conditions result in citations.
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