For the purpose of this subchapter, the following animals, fish and fowl are deemed to be household pets which may be housed and maintained in any dwelling unit, in accordance with the following limitations.
(A) Household pets in a dwelling unit. Each dwelling unit may contain any combination of the following.
(1) Up to three weaned, domesticated dogs.
(2) Up to three weaned, domesticated cats.
(3) Up to ten canaries, finches, parrots and other similar predatory birds, provided that such birds shall be kept within the dwelling unit.
(B) Household pets outside a dwelling unit. Each dwelling unit located within the R-1-7,500 and R-1 zone may also contain any combination of the following animals outside the dwelling unit, provided that all such animals are maintained in cages within the rear yard area and are located a minimum of 15 feet away from any habitable building,
(1) Up to ten birds.
(2) Up to three hen chickens.
(C) Roosters. Roosters are not permitted.
(D) Kennel, pet shop, veterinary hospital. These regulations shall not prohibit the maintenance of any animals in connection with a legally permitted kennel, pet shop or veterinary hospital.
(Ord. 1346, passed 5-2-12)