Chickens & Livestock: Moreno Valley vs Riverside

Moreno Valley allows backyard chickens in most residential zones subject to lot size, setback, and number limits. Roosters are generally prohibited on smaller residential lots. Larger livestock such as horses and goats are restricted to Rural Residential and Agricultural zones with specific minimum lot sizes.

Riverside allows backyard chickens in most single-family residential zones with restrictions on number and roosters. RMC Title 6 and Title 19 limit hens by lot size and prohibit roosters in most residential districts. Larger livestock are allowed only in agricultural and rural-residential zones.