Barking dog rules in Kirkwood, MO — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Barking dogs in Kirkwood are addressable under general nuisance and noise provisions and Chapter 4 (Animals and Fowl, eCode360 §30203849). Animal trespass provisions also apply. Code Enforcement handles chronic barking complaints.
Kirkwood animal control addresses persistent barking complaints. Documentation with dates, times, and recordings recommended. Warning letter typically issued first. Repeated complaints may trigger a formal hearing. MO Rev. Stat. §574.010 (peace disturbance) may apply to extreme noise disturbances. MO Rev. Stat. §273.036 provides strict liability for dog bites. Civil nuisance suits also available.
Warning first. Nuisance finding: $100 to $500. Daily fines for non-compliance. Court-ordered remediation possible.
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