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Bishop, CA Noise Ordinances: Barking Dogs (2026)

Significant Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified July 2026

Barking dog rules in Bishop, CA, also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances, define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.

Key Facts

Code section
BMC 8.12.020(E)
Trigger
Frequent or long continuous noise
Standard
Disturbs comfort or repose
Also see
Title 6 Animals; Ch. 8.06 Nuisances
Enforcement
Police / Code Enforcement

Summary

Bishop treats keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long, continuous noise disturbing neighbors as an unlawful noise. Persistent barking is a code violation abatable through the city, in addition to Bishop's animal-control rules.

Animals and birds. The keeping of any animal or bird which by causing frequent or long continuous noise shall disturb the comfort or repose of any persons in the vicinity.

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Official source re-checked September 7, 2026: no newer edition of the code had been published (publisher’s edition: Code of Ordinances: Supplement 4).

Full Breakdown

Bishop Municipal Code § 8.12.020(E) lists among prohibited noises 'the keeping of any animal or bird which by causing frequent or long continuous noise shall disturb the comfort or repose of any persons in the vicinity.' There is no fixed number of minutes; enforcement turns on whether the barking is frequent or continuous and disturbs neighbors' comfort or repose. This sits alongside Bishop's animal regulations in Title 6. Complaints are handled by Bishop Police / Code Enforcement, and repeat problems can be pursued as an abatable public nuisance under the city's nuisance chapter (BMC Chapter 8.06).

Violations & Fines

Enforced as a prohibited noise/public nuisance under BMC 8.12.020 and Chapter 8.06; owners may receive abatement notices and citations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long must a dog bark before it's a violation in Bishop?
The code sets no minute threshold; it prohibits animals whose frequent or long continuous noise disturbs neighbors' comfort or repose.
Where do I report a barking dog?
Contact Bishop Police Department or city Code Enforcement; ongoing barking can be abated as a public nuisance.

Sources & Official References

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