Imperial County, CA Animal Ordinances: Chickens & Livestock (2026)

The breeding, keeping or maintaining of large or medium size animals is strictly prohibited, except as follows:

A.R-1 lots greater than one-half but less than one acre net may keep two medium animals per acre provided the separation distances under Section 90502.08 can be achieved.B.R-1 lots greater than three-quarter acre net may keep and maintain one large animal per three-quarter acre up to five acres, and one large animal for every five acres of lot area thereafter (i.e. forty (40) acre lot equals twelve (12) large animals). Small animals (i.e. goats, sheep, etc.) shall be allowed at the ratio of one large animal equals two small animals. Separation as required under Section 90502.08 shall be met.C.R-1 lots allow for the keeping of small fowl, rabbits, birds, provided as follows: they are for domestic or hobby purposes; are maintained within proper enclosed/containment structures; are not free to leave the property; and the number of such animals does not exceed five of any one or combination thereof.