GA Code §27-5-4 prohibits Class 1 wild animals as pets statewide. Cobb County Ch. 10 defines exotic animals as those not indigenous to Georgia — additional regulations apply. DNR permit required for non-standard animals.
Cobb County Code Chapter 10 defines 'exotic animal' as any animal not indigenous to the State of Georgia. Georgia state law (GA Code §27-5-4) prohibits possession of many wild animals without a GA DNR permit. Class 1 animals (big cats, bears, wolves, alligators, venomous reptiles) cannot be kept as pets. Cobb County Animal Services enforces both state law and county regulations regarding exotic animals. Owners of non-traditional animals should contact Georgia DNR Wildlife Resources Division for permit requirements.
Confiscation of prohibited animals. Fines $500 to $5,000. Criminal charges possible for dangerous species. Owner liable for damages from escaped animals.
Cobb County, GA
Cobb County §50-257 — keeping any animal that by frequent or long-continued noise disturbs comfort or repose of persons in the vicinity is a violation. Cobb ...
Cobb County, GA
Cobb County Ch. 50, Art. VII — construction noise subject to 70 dB daytime limit. Sunday construction permitted 9 AM–6:59 PM (2023 amendment). Residential pr...
Cobb County, GA
Cobb County quiet hours are 11 PM–7 AM (Code §50-256/50-257). Daytime noise limit 70 dB, nighttime 65 dB (2023 amendment). Any unreasonable noise plainly aud...
Cobb County, GA
Cobb County regulates amplified music under the general noise ordinance. Sound permits available for events. O.C.G.A. §16-11-39 applies to unreasonable distu...
Cobb County, GA
Cobb County Zoning Ch. 134 — in R-40, R-80, RR zones, combinations of boats/RVs exceeding 3 must be screened from public roadways. Outside storage generally ...
Cobb County, GA
Cobb County Ch. 134 — only 1 business vehicle (resident's use only) may park on residential premises. No materials or equipment storage. Off-site employees m...
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