Barking dog rules in Smyrna, GA — also called nuisance dog, dog noise, or excessive barking ordinances — define when a barking dog becomes a code violation and how complaints are handled.
Smyrna Ch. 46 noise ordinance covers animal noise. Excessive or prolonged barking that is plainly audible and unreasonably disturbing is a violation. Complaint-driven enforcement through Code Enforcement.
Animal noise — including dogs barking, howling, or making other sounds — falls under Smyrna's general noise ordinance (Ch. 46, §46-1). Noise that is unreasonably loud or disturbing and plainly audible from 25 feet or more from the property constitutes a potential violation. Complaints about barking dogs can be filed through Smyrna 311 or with Smyrna Police. Code Enforcement officers may issue notices of violation followed by citations for repeat offenses. GA Code §4-8-20+ Responsible Dog Ownership Law applies statewide.
Warning first. Nuisance finding: $100 to $500. Daily fines for non-compliance. Court-ordered remediation possible.
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