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Animals
Land Use Enforcement does not have the authority to directly regulate animals except in the R-3, D-3, and R-4 districts. Some zoning districts require that "paddocks, stables or similar structures or enclosures which are utilized for the keeping of animals other than dogs" be set back from the property line. Dog houses and runs are not subject to this setback requirement.
- In the R-1, R-1A, R-2A, R-2D, R-2M, R-3, R-11, D-2, and D-3 districts the setback is 100 feet from any lot line.
- In the R-8 and R-9 districts the setback is 50 feet from any lot line.
- In the R-5, R-5A, R-6, and R-10 districts the setback is 25 feet from any lot line.
- In all other districts, such structures are prohibited by AMC 21.40.015.B.
In the R-3 and D-3 districts, the outdoor harboring or keeping of dogs, animals and fowl is a conditional use.
In the R-4 district, the outdoor harboring or keeping of dogs, animals and fowl is prohibited by AMC 21.40.015.B.
Animal control regulations are found in Title 17 of the municipal code. Complaints about animals should be directed to the Department of Health and Human Services. Complaints about the location of enclosures for animals other than dogs can be filed with Land Use Enforcement.
If you use the online version of the code (under "External Links), try searching on "17.05.010" for more information. Please note that recent amendments may not have been published yet. Land Use Enforcement will be happy to verify the current code language for you.
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