(a) Animal Raising Projects. Conditional use permits are required for residents involved in animal raising projects sponsored by 4-H, FFA, similar youth organizations involved in animal raising or as pets. A zoning variance is required for a conditional use permit. Violation of this Ordinance shall be deemed a minor misdemeanor.
(b) Within the residential zoning districts up to four (4) rabbits considered as pets, (not for breeding purposes) and kept in small enclosures are permitted per dwelling unit.
(c) All other “small farm animals” are prohibited.
(d) Offspring born of such animals which increases the total number upon the premises beyond the numbers permitted shall be removed from the lot no later than sixteen (16) weeks after birth.
(e) That no health hazard or neighborhood nuisance is created. In case of a complaint of a neighborhood nuisance, a determination shall be made by the Planning and Zoning Commission regarding the retention of the animal at the site.
(f) Location requirements are as follows:
(1) Ten (10) feet from any side and rear yard setback (lot line);
(2) Twenty-five (25) feet from any dwelling other than that occupied by the owner of the animals;
(3) They are separated from other dwellings and adjacent properties by a solid six (6) foot high fence or wall;
(4) Proper sanitation shall be maintained at all times. All animal food shall be stored in a metal or other rodent-proof container.
(5) On any property, which is zoned for residential use or which is primarily used for residential purpose, only animals, which are owned by the resident of such property may be kept;
(6) All premises and facilities upon which animals are permitted shall be maintained in a clean, orderly and sanitary condition at all times. All manure shall be removed or, as not to constitute a nuisance, at least once a week and all premises and facilities shall be treated weekly with biologically, ecologically, and environmentally approved pesticides for the control of odors, insects and rodents, which in any way can be considered a clear and present nuisance or detriment to the health, safety, comfort, welfare and peace of the general public.
(7) Keeping of such animals shall not be permitted in the front, side and street side yard setbacks. (Ord. 22-089. Passed 12-5-22.)