6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Marion County, Indiana.
Verified from official government sources
Marion County may permit backyard chickens with limits on flock size and setbacks. Roosters typically banned in residential zones. Indiana Right to Farm Law protects agricultural operations.
Marion County requires dogs to be leashed or confined. IC §15-20-1 imposes strict liability on dog owners for bites regardless of prior knowledge.
Indiana has no statewide breed ban or preemption. Some Indiana cities maintain breed-specific legislation. Check Marion County municipal code.
Beekeeping in Indianapolis-Marion County regulated under the local code and IC §14-24 (state apiarist program). No published citywide beekeeping ban; local zoning district rules may restrict hive placement. Contact Dept. of Metropolitan Development for current rules.
Exotic pets in Indianapolis governed by Code Ch. 531 and Indiana DNR regulations (IC §14-24 for exotic animals). The city prohibits dangerous exotic animals including big cats, bears, and venomous reptiles as pets. Standard pets and domestic livestock (miniature goats, miniature horses) have specific rules.
Indianapolis prohibits intentional feeding of wild deer under Rev. Code Chapter 531 nuisance provisions. Leaving pet food outside to attract wildlife is also prohibited. Bird feeders are generally allowed.
1 cities in Marion County have their own animal ordinances rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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