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Wildlife Feeding: Grove City vs Westerville

How do wildlife feeding rules compare between Grove City, OH and Westerville, OH?

Grove City and Westerville have similar restriction levels.

Grove City, OH

Franklin County

Some Restrictions

Grove City prohibits feeding of deer and other wildlife that creates a nuisance or attracts pests. Intentional deer feeding within city limits may also violate Ohio Division of Wildlife rules during chronic wasting disease response periods.

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Westerville, OH

Franklin County

Some Restrictions

Feeding deer and waterfowl is discouraged in Westerville and prohibited in city parks under Parks Department rules. Deer feeding on private property can be cited as a nuisance under CO 521 if it attracts animals creating public safety concerns along Alum Creek corridor.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactGrove CityWesterville
Deer FeedingNuisance if complaints-
Rat AttractionCitable-
BirdsAllowed with cleanup-
State GuidanceODNR urban deerOAC 1501:31
City Parks-Feeding prohibited
Private Property-Nuisance if harmful
Bird Feeders-Permitted

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Grove City FAQ

Who enforces this in Grove City?

Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Grove City?

Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.

Westerville FAQ

Who enforces this in Westerville?

Westerville code enforcement at (614) 901-6400 handles complaints.

Who enforces this in Westerville?

Westerville code enforcement at (614) 901-6400 handles complaints.

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