GA Code §27-5-4 prohibits Class 1 wild animals as pets statewide. Acworth and Cobb County have no additional local exotic-pet ordinances beyond state law. DNR permit required for many non-standard animals.
Georgia state law (GA Code §27-5-4) prohibits ownership of many wild animals without a Georgia DNR permit. Class 1 animals (big cats, bears, wolves, alligators, venomous reptiles, etc.) cannot be kept as pets. Acworth and Cobb County have no additional local exotic-pet ordinances. Owners of non-traditional animals should contact Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division for applicable permit requirements.
Confiscation of prohibited animals. Fines $500 to $5,000. Criminal charges possible for dangerous species. Owner liable for damages from escaped animals.
Acworth, GA
Acworth Code Ch. 54 (Offenses) — unreasonable noise disturbances prohibited. Quiet hours generally 10 PM–7 AM. Violations reported to Acworth Code Compliance...
Acworth, GA
Acworth Ch. 54 noise provisions apply to construction. Standard practice 7 AM–7 PM weekdays. No construction noise during quiet hours (10 PM–7 AM). Building ...
Acworth, GA
Acworth Code Ch. 52 (Nuisances) and Ch. 54 — persistent animal noise that unreasonably disturbs neighbors is a violation. Cobb County Animal Control (770-499...
Acworth, GA
Acworth regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable disturban...
Acworth, GA
Acworth follows GA Code §40-6-200+ for street parking. Vehicles must be operable, on approved surfaces, and not blocking traffic or driveways. Inoperable veh...
Acworth, GA
Acworth Zoning §73-199C — RVs, boats, and trailers must be stored to the side or rear of the principal structure on an improved surface (concrete or pervious...
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