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Exotic Pets: Des Plaines vs Oak Lawn

How do exotic pets rules compare between Des Plaines, IL and Oak Lawn, IL?

Des Plaines and Oak Lawn have similar restriction levels.

Des Plaines, IL

Cook County

Some Restrictions

Des Plaines MC §6-1-1 restricts farm animals (livestock) in city limits. Illinois has no statewide exotic pet preemption. Dangerous exotic animals effectively prohibited under state and local law.

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Oak Lawn, IL

Cook County

Some Restrictions

Farm animals likely prohibited in Oak Lawn residential zones. Illinois has no statewide exotic pet preemption. Cook County Animal Control enforces animal regulations.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactDes PlainesOak Lawn
CodeDes Plaines MC §6-1-1-
Farm AnimalsProhibited in city limitsGenerally prohibited in residential zones
ExceptionUp to 6 hens with permit only-
State LawNo IL statewide exotic pet preemptionNo IL statewide exotic pet preemption
ContactCook County Animal Control: 708-974-6140Cook County Animal Control: 708-974-6140
Topic-Exotic Pets

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Des Plaines FAQ

Can I own an exotic pet in Des Plaines?

Des Plaines MC §6-1-1 restricts farm animals (livestock) in city limits. Illinois has no statewide exotic pet preemption. Dangerous exotic animals effectively prohibited under state and local law.

What exotic animals are prohibited in Des Plaines?

Code: Des Plaines MC §6-1-1. Farm Animals: Prohibited in city limits. Exception: Up to 6 hens with permit only. State Law: No IL statewide exotic pet preemption.

Oak Lawn FAQ

Can I own an exotic pet in Oak Lawn?

Farm animals likely prohibited in Oak Lawn residential zones. Illinois has no statewide exotic pet preemption. Cook County Animal Control enforces animal regulations.

What exotic animals are prohibited in Oak Lawn?

Farm Animals: Generally prohibited in residential zones. State Law: No IL statewide exotic pet preemption. Contact: Cook County Animal Control: 708-974-6140.

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