(1) In addition to the provisions of this chapter, the keeping of farm animals or limited livestock raising may be permitted in rural zoning districts according to the regulations of Chapter 1007.
(2) An exception shall be made to this section for those animals brought into the city as part of an operating zoo, veterinarian clinic, scientific research laboratory or a licensed show or exhibition.
(3) The keeping of farm animals legally existing at the adoption of this chapter in residential zoning districts may continue to exist as to type and number of animals with the following provisions:
(a) The current use shall not be expanded;
(b) The current use shall cease if discontinued for more than a period of one year; and
(c) A violation of any section of this chapter shall cease the current use.
(Ord. 03-08, passed 5-27-2008; Am. Ord. 19-11, passed 10-10-2011)