Large livestock (horses, cattle, goats, sheep, pigs) are limited to agriculturally zoned lots of 1 acre or more in Aurora. Standard residential lots may keep only chickens, rabbits, and small caged animals under the small-livestock permit.
Aurora's Unified Development Ordinance zones large-animal agriculture to A-1 agricultural districts and select transitional zones. Horses typically require 1 acre for the first horse plus additional acreage per additional animal, with setbacks for barns and manure storage from property lines and neighboring homes (often 50 to 100 feet). Cattle, sheep, and goats are generally allowed only on A-1 lots of 1 acre or more and must be securely fenced. Swine (pigs) are prohibited in most Aurora residential zones due to odor and health concerns; miniature pet pigs under 100 pounds may qualify as household pets with Animal Services approval. Manure must be managed to avoid flies, odor, and runoff into storm drains. Commercial livestock operations require additional permits.
Unpermitted livestock on residential lots can result in orders to remove animals within 30 days, plus fines of 100 to 1000 dollars. Manure runoff can trigger state water-quality enforcement.
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