Chickens & Livestock: Burbank vs Pomona
How do chickens & livestock rules compare between Burbank, CA and Pomona, CA?
Pomona has fewer restrictions than Burbank.
Burbank, CA
Los Angeles County
Burbank bans crowing roosters on residential property and caps birds, fowl, rabbits, and chinchillas at 25 (combined) without a permit. Cows, goats (except one permitted pygmy goat), sheep, and most livestock are outright prohibited.
View full Burbank rules →Pomona, CA
Los Angeles County
Pomona allows up to 24 chickens on residential property but roosters are prohibited. Swine, dangerous reptiles, bees, male goats, and exotic animals without permits are banned within city limits. Slaughtering is prohibited except rabbits and chickens for domestic use.
View full Pomona rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Burbank | Pomona |
|---|---|---|
| Roosters | Crowing roosters banned w/o permit | - |
| Bird/Fowl Limit | 25 combined (BMC 5-1-304) | - |
| Pygmy Goats | 1 max, permit required (BMC 5-1-308) | - |
| Chickens | - | Up to 24 allowed, no roosters |
| Prohibited | - | Swine, bees, male goats, dangerous reptiles |
| Slaughter | - | Only rabbits/chickens for domestic use |
| Code | - | Pomona City Code Ch. 6 (Animals) |
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Burbank FAQ
Can I keep backyard chickens in Burbank?
Yes, hens are allowed - up to 25 live birds/fowl combined on residential property without a permit (BMC 5-1-304). Crowing roosters are prohibited unless you obtain a Planning Commission-approved permit.
Are goats, cows, or sheep allowed?
Cows, calves, bulls, sheep, and goats are listed in BMC 5-1-301 as prohibited in the City. The only exception is one pygmy goat with a permit (BMC 5-1-308) or one Vietnamese potbellied pig under 100 lbs with a permit (BMC 5-1-307).
Pomona FAQ
Can I keep chickens in Pomona?
Yes, chickens are allowed as an accessory use under Section 11.32.050. However, roosters are explicitly prohibited under Section 11.32.030.
Do I need a permit for livestock in Pomona?
Livestock may be permitted as an accessory use in appropriate zones under Section 11.32.060. An excess animal permit under Section 11.32.100 may be needed.
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