Barking dog rules in Oakland, 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.
Oakland prohibits animals that create continuous annoying noise for an unreasonable period across a property line. Enforced under the general nuisance ordinance OMC §8.18.
OMC §8.18.010 makes it unlawful to allow any animal to disturb the peace and comfort of others. Owning or harboring any animal or bird that makes annoying noises continuously for an unreasonable period so as to create a noise disturbance across a real property line is prohibited. Complaints handled by Oakland Animal Services and OPD.
Warning letter first. Administrative fines $100 to $500. Court-ordered remediation possible. Daily fines for non-compliance.
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