Concord generally allows up to 3 dogs and 3 cats per single-family residence without a kennel or cattery permit. Households exceeding these limits require a special permit from Contra Costa County Animal Services. Multi-family dwellings may have stricter limits through HOA rules or lease terms.
Concord regulates the number of domestic animals per residence under Municipal Code Chapter 6 and through Contra Costa County Animal Services ordinances. The standard per-residence limit is typically 3 dogs and 3 cats over four months of age; households keeping 4 or more dogs (kennel) or 4 or more cats (cattery) require a special permit. Permit conditions include property inspections, sanitation standards, noise management plans, and neighbor notification. The limit exists to prevent nuisance hoarding conditions and public health issues. Multi-family dwellings (apartments and condos) are further restricted by landlord policies and HOA CC&Rs, often to 1–2 pets per unit with weight limits. Service animals and emotional support animals are protected by state and federal law and are generally exempt from numerical limits, though behavior-based rules still apply. Foster programs for county-sponsored rescue activity may qualify for temporary exemption. Violations are enforced by Animal Services with citations and may result in impound for excess animals.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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