Dont see any Laws were Im at? Washington.

[Hegatha]

Im in Yakima Washington and I didnt see my city listed under the laws. Were do you find out about this info?

 

[nivtup]

15.09.070 Special requirements for animal husbandry.

A. Purpose. The purpose of this section is to assure that the raising of domesticated farm animals within the urban area is compatible with adjoining residential uses and the intent and character of the district they are located in.

B. Minimum Lot Size. The minimum lot size for animal husbandry within the Yakima urban area is one-half acre. A lot at least one-half acre in size shall be deemed to meet this requirement even though a portion of the lot may be used for a single-family dwelling.

C. Project Review. Animal husbandry operations which would create noise and odors, attract insects or rodents, or are otherwise incompatible with surrounding residential uses or the intent of the zoning district may be conditioned or denied by the reviewing official in accordance with the provisions of this section.

D. Minimum Setback. No portion of any structure used to house a domesticated farm animal shall be within one hundred feet of any residence other than the dwelling on the same lot.

E. Maximum Number of Animals. The maximum number of animals that may be kept on the site at any time of the year shall be the number of animals that can be sustained by the pasture on which they are kept as their primary source of food, except during the winter months. The burden of proving that the pasture can sustain the number of animals in question shall be on the applicant.

F. Fencing. Fencing adequate to contain the animals shall be provided and maintained. (Ord. 2010-16 § 13 (part), 2010: Ord. 2009-09 § 1 (part), 2009: Ord. 2008-46 § 1 (part), 2008: Ord. 93-81 § 43, 1993; Ord. 3106 § 21, 1988. Formerly 15.09.090).

 

[nivtup]

I would call the city for clarity

 

[Hegatha]

Thanks thats a lot of help Im actually not in city limits so there may be a difference.

 

[mrsbos]

Call your county commissioners to inquire about zoning regulations. You might want to ask them to mail you or e-mail you the exact wording of said zoning regulations so there is not the risk that the county official is interpreting it wrong.