Joliet does not have a specific ordinance prohibiting or restricting the feeding of wildlife on private property. The city's animal control provisions are in Chapter 6 of the Municipal Code (Animals and Fowl), which focuses primarily on domestic animal regulation. Feeding wildlife that creates a public nuisance may be addressed through general nuisance provisions.
The City of Joliet's animal regulations (Chapter 6, Animals and Fowl) primarily govern domestic animals including licensing, leash requirements, and prohibited animals. There is no standalone wildlife feeding ban in the municipal code. However, wildlife feeding that attracts nuisance animals (such as coyotes, rats, or raccoons) or creates unsanitary conditions may be addressed through the city's general nuisance provisions. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources provides guidance on responsible wildlife interaction but does not impose statewide feeding bans for most species. Bird feeding is generally unrestricted in Joliet. Residents experiencing problems with wildlife attracted by feeding should contact the city or a licensed wildlife control operator. The Joliet Park District's general use ordinance may restrict feeding in park areas.
While there is no direct wildlife feeding ban, feeding that creates a public nuisance or attracts vermin may result in code enforcement action under general nuisance provisions.
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