Earlier editions: 2026-09
Title 17 — ZONING›Chapter 17.11 — SPECIAL USES AND CONDITIONS
Calexico Municipal Code Art. III Keeping of Large Animals
Calexico Municipal Code · 2026-10 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · Calexico
Cite as: Calexico Municipal Code Article III · Text as of 2026-10-04
17.11.310 - Purpose.¶
The following regulations are established for the keeping of large animals in residential zones pursuant to Section 17.03.110(B)(5).
A. All lots shall have a minimum of ten thousand square feet for the keeping of large animals.
B. The following acreages and numbers of animals are the maximum allowable.
| Minimum Size | Maximum Permitted |
|---|---|
| 20,000 sq. ft. | 2 |
| 30,000 sq. ft. | 3 |
| 1 acre | 4 |
| Greater than 1 acre | 4 plus one additional animal per acre above one acre |
C. No such animal shall be kept closer than one hundred feet to an adjoining dwelling on an adjacent lot.
D. Keeping of such animal shall not be permitted in the required front, side and street side yard setback.
E. All animals shall be provided with adequate fence enclosure and water to contain them within the boundaries of the owner's property.
F. All excrement produced by said large animals shall be disposed on a regular basis so as to control flies and odor.
(1992 zoning ord. (part))
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