Domestic animals kept within any zoning district and farm animals kept within the agricultural districts shall be subject to the following requirements:

   A.   The size, number, species, facilities for and location of animals kept shall be maintained so as not to constitute a danger or nuisance by means of odor, noise or other elements.

   B.   The person caring for any animal(s) shall be of sufficient age, knowledge and experience to adequately and safely care for and control the animal(s).

   C.   Facilities for housing animal(s) shall be:

      1.   Constructed of such material as is appropriate for the animal(s) involved.

      2.   Maintained in good repair.

      3.   Controlled as to temperature, ventilated and lighted compatible with the health and comfort of the animal(s).

      4.   Of sufficient size to allow each animal to make normal postural and social adjustments with adequate freedom of movement. Inadequate space may be indicated by evidence of malnutrition, poor condition, debility, stress or abnormal behavior patterns.

      5.   Cleaned as often as necessary to prevent contamination of the animal(s) contained therein and to minimize disease hazards and reduce odors.

   D.   Animals shall be provided wholesome, palatable food and water free from contamination and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value to maintain all animals in good health.

   E.   Animals kept in pet shops or kennels shall be kept in accordance with regulations for pet shops and kennels 2 in addition to the regulations provided by this ordinance.

   F.   Disposal facilities shall be provided to minimize vermin, infestation, odors, and disease hazards.

   G.   All outdoor facilities for housing or confining animals shall maintain the required minimum principal building setbacks for the applicable residential zoning districts.

   H.   The entrance of all outdoor facilities and/or doghouses shall be oriented towards the interior of the property on which the outdoor facility is located.

   I.   No outdoor facilities for housing commercial kennels or veterinarian clinics shall be constructed within the commercial or industrial districts. (Ord. 2007-05, 5-21-2007)

AL849   Zoning Ordinance - Appendix A   App A-2400