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Raleigh City Code pt. 12, ch. 3, art. D
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Raleigh City Code § 12-3031 STABLES FOR CATTLE, GOATS, AND HORSES; GENERALLY.

Sec. 12-3031. - STABLES FOR CATTLE, GOATS, AND HORSES; GENERALLY. It shall be unlawful for any person to locate or place, erect or maintain on any property within the corporate limits of the City, a stable for housing cattle, non-pygmy goats, or horses unless such stable is located at least two hundred (200) feet from all neighboring residences. Not more than one head of cattle, one non-pygmy goat or one horse may be kept on a lot less than one acre. A pygmy goat is defined as a goat classified as Capra Hircus and weighing no more than eighty-five (85) pounds and standing no higher than twenty-one (21) inches when measured at the withers. For lots dimensioned one acre and no more than five (5) acres in size, a maximum of three (3) head of cattle, or three (3) goats, or three (3) horses per acre may be kept. More than three (3) head of cattle, three (3) goats, or three (3) horses per acre, but not more than ten (10) head of cattle, or ten (10) goats, or ten (10) horses per acre may be kept on lots containing more than five (5) acres. Every part of a lot set aside for the use of cattle, goats or horses shall be completely enclosed. Stables used for housing cattle, goats, or horses shall comply with all local zoning ordinances and shall be constructed and maintained in conformity with the requirements of the Wake County Board of Health. (Code 1959, §4-14; Ord. No. 1982-47-TC-173, §1, 12-21-82; Ord. No. 2012-108, §1, 10-2-12)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3032 PERMIT TO LOCATE, ERECT OR PLACE.

Sec. 12-3032. - PERMIT TO LOCATE, ERECT OR PLACE. Before any person shall locate, erect or place any stable on any lot within the corporate limits of the City, he shall make application to the Wake County Health Department and the City Inspection Division. Such permits may be issued, upon compliance with this chapter and with standards and procedures of those agencies. (Code 1959, §4-15)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3033 REMOVAL, RELOCATION FOR VIOLATION.

Sec. 12-3033. - REMOVAL, RELOCATION FOR VIOLATION. The Wake County Health Department and City Inspection Division, upon complaint or otherwise, may after investigation notify the owner or person controlling any stable who has violated any health requirement or provision of this chapter, to remove or relocate the stable so that the same shall conform to the applicable health regulations and requirements of this chapter. Such stable owner or controller shall thereupon bring his stable into compliance or vacate and remove the same within five (5) days after the receipt of such notice. (Code 1959, §4-16)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3034 MANURE, REFUSE BINS.

Sec. 12-3034. - MANURE, REFUSE BINS. Every person owning or controlling any stable or stable yard in the City on a lot less than one (1) acre in size shall provide and maintain, in connection therewith, a bin or pit which is watertight, flyproof and otherwise constructed and maintained so as to prevent the entrance or egress of flies and so as to be easily emptied and cleaned. All droppings, manure, and other refuse accumulating each day shall be placed in such containers; and the accumulation must be sterilized each day. Authorized agents of the City may immediately remove the contents and assess the actual and reasonable costs of such removal to the owner, upon discovering fly maggots in any such receptacle. (Code 1959, §4-17)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3035 PET SHOP STANDARDS.

Sec. 12-3035. - PET SHOP STANDARDS. All pet shops, as defined herein, including pet shops run in conjunction with another holding facility, shall, in addition to the other requirements of this chapter, comply with the minimum standards of this section. Willful failure of the owner or operator to meet these standards shall be grounds for denial or revocation of a license and shall be unlawful. Standards. (a) Water. There shall be available hot water at a minimum temperature of 140 degrees for washing cages and disinfecting them, and cold water easily accessible to all parts of the shop. Fresh water will be available to all species at all times. Containers are to be cleaned and disinfected each day. All water containers shall be mounted so the animal cannot turn them over, and be removable for cleaning. (b) Room temperature. The room temperature of the shop shall be maintained at a level that is healthful for every species of animal kept in the shop. (c) Cages and enclosures. All cages and enclosures are to be of a nonporous material for easy cleaning and disinfecting. Each cage must be of sufficient size that any animal will have room to stand, turn, and stretch out to his full length. (d) Feeding. All animals under three (3) months old are to be fed at least three (3) times per 24 hours. Food for all animals shall be served in a clean dish so mounted that the animals cannot readily tip it over or defecate or urinate therein. (e) Birds. Each bird must have sufficient room to sit on a perch. Perches shall be placed horizontal to each other in the same cage. Cages must be cleaned every day and cages must be disinfected when birds are sold. Parrots and other large birds shall have separate cages from smaller birds. (f) Bedding. There shall be sufficient clean, dry bedding to meet the needs of each individual animal. (g) Fish. The temperature of water in which fish are kept shall be maintained at a constant temperature that is healthful. (h) General feeding, watering, sanitation requirements. All animals must be fed, watered and cages cleaned every day, including Sundays and holidays. (Code 1959, §4-18)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3036 KENNEL STANDARDS.

Sec. 12-3036. - KENNEL STANDARDS. All kennels, as defined herein, shall, in addition to the other requirements of this chapter, comply with the minimum standards of this section. Willful failure of the owner or operator to meet these standards shall be grounds for denial or revocation of a license and shall be unlawful. Standards: (a) Building temperature. Enclosures must be provided which shall allow adequate protection against weather extremes. Floors of buildings, runs and walls shall be of an impervious material to permit proper cleaning and disinfecting. Healthful building temperatures shall be maintained. (b) Cages and runs. Each animal shall have sufficient space to stand up, lie down and turn around without touching the sides or top of cages. Cages are to be of material and construction that permits cleaning and sanitizing. Cage floors of concrete, unless radiantly heated, shall have a resting board or some type of bedding. Runs shall provide an adequate exercise area and protection from the weather. Runs shall have an impervious surface. All animal quarters and runs are to be kept clean, dry and in a sanitary condition. (c) Feeding. The food shall be free from contamination, wholesome, palatable and of sufficient quantity and nutritive value to meet the normal daily requirements for the condition and size of the animal. (d) Watering of animals. All animals shall have fresh water available at all times. Water vessels shall be mounted or secured in a manner that prevents tipping and be of the removable type. (Code 1959, §4-19)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3037 STANDARDS FOR TRAINERS OF ATTACK AND SECURITY DOGS.

Sec. 12-3037. - STANDARDS FOR TRAINERS OF ATTACK AND SECURITY DOGS. All trainers as defined herein, shall, in addition to the other requirements of this chapter, comply with the standards of this section, whenever any dog is being or is to be trained as an attack and security dog. Willful failure of the trainer to comply with these standards shall be unlawful and shall be grounds for denial or revocation of a license. Standards: (a) Fencing of runs. Runs must have at least six (6) foot high fences completely surrounding them. (b) Locking of gates and entrances. All gates and entrances to the runs, kennel, and training area must be kept locked when not in use. (c) Perimeter fences; anti-climbers. A perimeter fence of at least six (6) feet high must be installed to encircle the training and kennel areas to which are to be added anti-climbers. Fences must be maintained in escape-proof condition. (d) Confinement of dogs. A dog in training as an attack and security dog shall at all times be confined to its kennel, run, training, or other confined area. (Code 1959, §4-20)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3038 STANDARDS FOR CATTERIES.

Sec. 12-3038. - STANDARDS FOR CATTERIES. The standards for catteries, as defined herein, shall be the same as those required for kennels as defined and prescribed above. The word "cat" shall be substituted for the word "dog" when applying kennel standards to catteries. (Code 1959, §4-21)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3039 GENERAL HEALTH CONDITIONS IN HOLDING FACILITIES.

Sec. 12-3039. - GENERAL HEALTH CONDITIONS IN HOLDING FACILITIES. Any animal in a holding facility which shows signs of illness or contagious disease shall be isolated in such manner as to prevent the spread of such illness or disease to other animals. All sick, diseased or injured animals in such facilities shall be provided appropriate veterinary care; and areas where said animal has been shall be decontaminated. All holding facilities shall, in addition to complying with other applicable provisions of this chapter, provide for healthy and comfortable temperatures, in accordance with the age and species of animals, in areas outside building where animals are kept. (Code 1959, §4-22)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3040 PET SHOPS LICENSE; REQUIRED.

Sec. 12-3040. - PET SHOPS LICENSE; REQUIRED. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a pet shop in the City without possessing a valid pet shop license. (Code 1959, §4-23)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3041 APPLICATION.

Sec. 12-3041. - APPLICATION. An application for a pet shop license shall be on a form provided by the City and shall state the name and address of the pet shop, its owner and its operator. (Code 1959, §4-24)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3042 FEE; SEPARATE LICENSE FOR EACH FACILITY OPERATED.

Sec. 12-3042. - FEE; SEPARATE LICENSE FOR EACH FACILITY OPERATED. The annual license fee for a pet shop shall be imposed pursuant to the provisions of Part 2, Chapter 2 of this Code relating to merchants. Pet shop licensees shall be required to obtain a separate license for each other holding facility operated on the same premises as the pet shop. (Code 1959, §4-25)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3043 KENNEL LICENSE; REQUIRED; EXEMPTIONS.

Sec. 12-3043. - KENNEL LICENSE; REQUIRED; EXEMPTIONS. (a) It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a kennel in the City without possessing a valid kennel license. (b) Veterinary hospitals or clinics, research facilities where bona fide medical or related research (dental, veterinary, pharmaceutical or biological) is being conducted, humane shelters, and other animal establishments operated by state or local governments or which are licensed by Federal law are excluded from the kennel licensing requirements of this chapter. (Code 1959, §4-26)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3044 APPLICATION.

Sec. 12-3044. - APPLICATION. An application for a kennel license shall be on a form provided by the City and shall state the name and address of the kennel, its owner and its operator, and the maximum number of dogs to be housed in the kennel. (Code 1959, §4-27)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3045 FEE.

Sec. 12-3045. - FEE. (a) The annual license fees for kennel operators shall be imposed pursuant to the provisions of Part 2, Chapter 2, Article B, of this Code. (b) The fee requirements of this section shall be waived if the applicant has been granted a cattery license where the cattery is authorized to house the same number or less cats as dogs applied for by the applicant. If the application is for authorization to house more dogs than the applicant is authorized to house cats under a cattery license, the difference in license fees shall be the amount of the annual fee. (Code 1959, §4-28)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3046 ATTACK AND SECURITY DOG TRAINER'S LICENSE; REQUIRED.

Sec. 12-3046. - ATTACK AND SECURITY DOG TRAINER'S LICENSE; REQUIRED. It shall be unlawful for any person to train in the City any dog to be used as an attack and security dog without possessing a valid attack and security dog trainer's license; provided, this section shall not apply to the City government or any of its agencies. (Code 1959, §4-29)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3047 APPLICATION.

Sec. 12-3047. - APPLICATION. An application for an attack and security dog trainer's license shall be on a form provided by the City and shall state the name and address of the trainer's locality, its owner and its trainer and the maximum number of dogs housed and trained in the trainer's facility. (Code 1959, §4-30)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3048 FEE.

Sec. 12-3048. - FEE. The fee for attack and security dog trainer's license shall be imposed pursuant to the provisions of Part 2, Chapter 2, Article B, of this Code. The license fee shall be in addition to any kennel license fee required under this chapter. (Code 1959, §4-31)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3049 CATTERIES LICENSE; REQUIRED.

Sec. 12-3049. - CATTERIES LICENSE; REQUIRED. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a cattery in the City without possessing a valid cattery license. (Code 1959, §4-32)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3050 APPLICATION.

Sec. 12-3050. - APPLICATION. An application for a cattery license shall be on a form provided by the City and shall state the name and address of the cattery, its owner and its operator, and the maximum number of cats to be housed in the cattery. (Code 1959, §4-33)

Raleigh City Code § 12-3051 FEE.

Sec. 12-3051. - FEE. (a) The annual fee for a cattery license shall be imposed pursuant to the provisions of Part 2, Chapter 2, Article B of this Code. (b) The fee requirements of this section shall be waived if the applicant has been granted a valid kennel license where the kennel is authorized to house the same number or less dogs as cats applied for by the applicant. If the application is for authorization to house more cats than the applicant is authorized to house dogs under a valid kennel license, the difference in license fee shall be the amount of the annual fee. (Code 1959, §4-34)
Source: City of Raleigh, North Carolina, City Code and City Charter (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/nc/raleigh/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=DIVIICOGEOR_PT12LIRE_CH3AN_ARTDSTHOFAFetched: 11/1/2026

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