Barking dog rules in Ormond Beach, FL — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Ormond Beach specifically defines nuisance animal noise under Chapter 5, Sec. 5-10. Barking, howling, or making noise for two or more continuous intervals of at least 30 seconds during any 10-minute period is prohibited. Animals constituting a nuisance are unlawful to keep.
Section 5-10 of the Ormond Beach Code prohibits owning or keeping any animal that becomes a nuisance. Nuisance includes frequent and repeated barking, howling, or noise for two or more continuous intervals of at least 30 seconds during any period of ten consecutive minutes. Also includes digging into or damaging property and habitual depositing of excreta on others' property. Animal & Community Services enforces these provisions.
First offense results in a written warning. Second offense within 12 months carries a $75 fine. Third and subsequent offenses are $150–$300. Chronic cases may result in animal impoundment.
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