Cupertino California Chicken Ordinance

Are Chickens Allowed in this locationYes
Max Chickens AllowedZONING ORDINANCES APPLY. A and A-1 by special permit,
Roosters AllowedNo
Permit RequiredYes
Coop RestrictionsProximity, sanitation, and zoning restrictions apply.
City/Organization Contact name
Additional Information19.20.040 Conditional Uses. The following uses may be conditionally allowed in the A-1 zoning district, subject to the issuance of a conditional use permit: A. Issued by the Director of Community Development: 1. Temporary uses subject to regulations established by Chapter 19.128, 2. Animal breeding, 3. Home occupations requiring a conditional use permit pursuant to Chapter 19.92 of this title, 4. Buildings or structures which incorporate solar design features that require variations from setbacks upon a determination by the Director that the design feature, or features will not result in privacy impacts, shadowing, or intrusive noise, odor, or other adverse impacts to the surrounding area, 5. Large-family day care home, which otherwise does not meet the criteria for a permitted use. The conditional use permit shall be processed as provided by Section 1597.46 (3) of the State of California Health and Safety Code; B. Issued by the Planning Commission: 1. Livestock ranches and dairy farms, 2. Processing of dairy products produced on the property, 3. Fur farms, 4. Poultry raising and hatcheries, 10.48.061 Animals and Birds. It is unlawful and a nuisance for any person to keep, maintain or permit upon any lot or parcel of land within the City under his control any animal, including any fowl, which by any sound or cry shall habitually disturb the peace and comfort of any person in the reasonable and comfortable enjoyment of life or property. (Ord. 1871, (part), 2001)
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Information Last Updated2010-03-30 10:55:05


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