Des Plaines MC §6-1-1 restricts farm animals (livestock) in city limits. Illinois has no statewide exotic pet preemption. Dangerous exotic animals effectively prohibited under state and local law.
Des Plaines MC §6-1-1 prohibits raising, maintaining, or keeping chickens, ducks, geese, guinea hens, pigeons, or similar fowl except as specifically permitted under the hen permit provision. Farm livestock is prohibited in city limits. Illinois has no statewide exotic pet preemption. Large dangerous animals are regulated under state law and Cook County rules.
Confiscation of prohibited animals. Fines $500 to $5,000. Criminal charges possible for dangerous species. Owner liable for damages from escaped animals.
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