Livestock: Altadena vs El Monte
How do livestock rules compare between Altadena, CA and El Monte, CA?
Altadena, CA
Los Angeles County
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El Monte, CA
Los Angeles County
El Monte Municipal Code Title 6 (Animals) restricts livestock in urban residential zones. Animal control is contracted to the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care & Control. Title 17 zoning generally limits agricultural uses including the keeping of horses, cattle, swine, and goats to specific zones with minimum lot sizes.
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| Fact | Altadena | El Monte |
|---|---|---|
| Code Reference | - | EMMC Title 6 / Title 17 Zoning |
| Animal Control | - | LA County Dept. of Animal Care (562) 940-6898 |
| Livestock in R-Zones | - | Prohibited absent conditional use permit |
| Swine | - | Prohibited city-wide |
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Altadena FAQ
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El Monte FAQ
Can I keep a goat or sheep in my El Monte backyard?
No. Goats, sheep, and other livestock are prohibited in standard residential zones absent a conditional use permit on a sufficiently large lot. Contact El Monte Planning before acquiring any livestock.
Who enforces animal rules in El Monte?
Animal control services are contracted to LA County Department of Animal Care & Control, dispatched through (562) 940-6898. Zoning violations are handled by El Monte Code Enforcement.
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