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Animal Ordinances in Indiantown, FL (2026)

5 verified animal ordinances for Indiantown, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Chickens & Livestock

Chickens, goats, and other livestock are permitted on lots zoned Agriculture (AG) or Rural Estate within the Village of Indiantown, but prohibited in standard single-family residential zoning districts under the Indiantown LDR Ch. 3 (Zoning Districts) use tables.

Indiantown Backyard Chickens and Livestock

Some Restrictions

Dog Leash Laws

Dogs in the Village of Indiantown must be restrained by a leash, chain, or other similar device whenever off the owner's property, under Martin County Code Sec. 9.90 (adopted by Indiantown through the Transition Code). Working and hunting dogs under direct voice command of the owner are exempt.

Indiantown Dog Leash Law

Some Restrictions

Beekeeping

Beekeeping in the Village of Indiantown is broadly permitted under Florida Statute 586.10 (the 2016 Beekeeping Act), which preempts local prohibitions and most local regulation of registered apiaries. Beekeepers must register with the Florida Department of Agriculture (FDACS).

Indiantown Beekeeping Rules

Few Restrictions

Exotic Pets

Possession of exotic and dangerous wildlife in Indiantown is regulated by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) under Fla. Stat. 379.372 and Florida Administrative Code 68A-6. Class I (lions, tigers, bears, large primates) and Burmese pythons are prohibited as personal pets.

Indiantown Exotic Pet Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Wildlife Feeding

Feeding alligators, bears, sandhill cranes, and other dangerous wildlife is prohibited in Indiantown under Florida Administrative Code 68A-4.001 (FWC). Feeding alligators is a 2nd-degree misdemeanor under Fla. Stat. 372.667.

Indiantown Wildlife Feeding Rules

Heavy Restrictions

Looking for Martin County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Indiantown city rules.

Animal Ordinances in Martin County