Part 17 — Urban Agriculture and Keeping of Animals

This part establishes standards for the location, development, and operations of urban agriculture and the keeping of animals for personal use and enjoyment. These provisions do not include regulations for cannabis cultivation which are addressed in Chapter 20.32 CMC, Part 2. Urban agriculture promotes healthy living and sustainability policies by providing an opportunity for residents to grow fresh foods, either as a community garden or on individual properties. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

Household pets, not to exceed three mammals over four months of age, are permitted for each dwelling unit. This provision shall not be construed to permit pigs, hogs, horses, goats, chickens or any animal capable of inflicting harm or discomfort or endangering the health and safety of any person or property. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

The following agricultural uses are permitted, either as an accessory use or a primary use, regardless of lot size. This part allows the establishment of community gardens on vacant lots within the city.

• A. Private greenhouses and horticultural collections (grown in the ground).

• B. Fruit and vegetable gardens, fruit trees, and nut trees.

• C. The off-site sale of the products produced on the premises. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

Roadside stands, including signage, are permitted with the issuance of a conditional use permit. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

The Cudahy Municipal Code is current through Ordinance 764, passed November 4, 2025.

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A. Maintenance. Urban agriculture uses shall be maintained in an orderly manner, including litter removal, irrigation, weeding, pruning, pest control, and removal of dead or diseased plant materials.

B. Equipment. Use of mechanized farm equipment is prohibited in residential districts. Landscaping equipment designed for household use is permitted.

C. Structures. Structures to support urban agriculture, such as storage sheds, hoop-houses, and greenhouses, are permitted subject to the regulations of the underlying zone.

D. Pollutants. Urban agriculture activities shall include best practices to prevent pollutants from entering the stormwater conveyance system and shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, or regulations.

E. Compost Piles. Compost piles and containers must be set back at least 20 feet from residential buildings when an urban agriculture use abuts a residential land use. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).

The keeping of animals, other than household pets, is prohibited. (Ord. 690 § 4 (Exh. A), 2018).