§ 4-2. Restricted animals.

(a)

It shall be unlawful to release within the city intentionally or unintentionally any animal, reptile or fowl which:

(1)

By its nature is wild and untamed, and not domesticated and which therefore constitutes a threat to the physical health or well-being of the citizenry or the environment.

(2)

Is susceptible to rabies, without having the animal vaccinated against rabies.

(3)

That is not native to Florida and/or requires a permit issued by Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission.

(b)

In all residential zoning districts, except RS-1 districts, dogs and cats shall be limited to three (3) dogs and three (3) cats in each residence, excluding their offspring which are less than four (4) months of age per dwelling unit. Any animal intended for breeding in the referenced residential zoning districts must be a household pet and reside primarily inside the residence.

(c)

Livestock such as horses, mules, goats, sheep, hogs, pigs, chickens, emus, ducks, geese, or any other hoofed or grazing animal or fowl shall not be permitted as pets, except as specifically permitted in RS-1 districts.

(d)

Any person(s) found in violation may be permitted three (3) days/seventy-two (72) hours by which to remove any and all animals, reptiles, or fowl in violation. A fine may be charged on a daily basis for any animals, reptiles, or fowl in violation remaining within the city limits beyond the seventy-two (72) hour deadline.

(Ord. No. 98-130, § 2, 11-17-98)