(examples: vehicle, trailer, tent). Cross referenceDefinitions generally, 1-2. (b) Legal exhibitions include but are not limited to petting zoos, circuses, dog shows, individuals or groups displaying/marketing animals for adoption or sale, etc., unless otherwise prohibited in this chapter. been placed under several headings, some of which are couched in lay phraseology, Restraint of animalmeans complete and immediate control of an animal by a physical device while under the direct supervision of a competent person. Confining the animal in strict isolation is the responsibility of the animal owner and subject to unannounced inspections by CCAC. In addition to the requirements of subsection (a) and (b) of this section, the owner of a dangerous dog shall present to the CCAC manager evidence of either: (1)Insurance. - Pedestrian Enhancement Districts, Article VII. TheGDOT 2016 Utility Accommodation Policy and Standardsmanual isadopted as part of Section 106-3 (a) of the Official Code of Cobb County, Georgia with the amendments outlined inSection 106-3 (b). Board of healthmeans the Cobb County Board of Health, or its authorized representatives, which shall include officers or employees of CCAC. 8:00am - 5:00pm. (Supp. Endanger the health or welfare of the animal; or. Any animal determined to have bitten a person shall be immediately strictly confined and isolated for observation at CCAC or, at the owner's option, the owner may immediately take the biting animal to a licensed veterinarian. Marietta, GA 30064 of 5-24-05). (3) Any animal, which presents a danger or exhibits a propensity for aggressive behavior towards any person or other animal, without regard to whether the period of confinement designated in section 10-67 has expired. of 6-11-85; Ord. Transportation-Related Official County Codes - Cobb County Georgia Another key component is the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. 10-96. Business may only be conducted in locations zoned general commercial and in accordance withsection 134-267 of the Cobb County Code of Ordinances. - Entrapment of animals; methods, duration, access to food and water, etc. - IN GENERAL Sec. The major responsibility of the Building section is the regulation and inspection of building construction activities in unincorporated Cobb County which includes the enforcement of development regulations and building code. of 9-23-80, 3; Ord. - Motorist hitting domestic animal to make report. (2) An animal shall not be an "attacking or biting animal" within the meaning of this chapter if: a. 2-101. Editor, and Charles Vignos and Connie Timmons, Editors, of the Municipal Code Corporation, Erosion Control. - Utility accommodations in rights-of-way. (b) Exception: Licensed veterinarians who perform surgery or euthanasia and CCAC personnel who euthanize animals under the direction of the CCAC manager per the guidelines of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, Georgia Department of Agriculture and this chapter are not in violation of this chapter. of 9-23-80, 22; Ord. of 10-24-89; Res. For example, if new material consisting of one section that (a) or section 10-10 of this chapter shall be destroyed as determined by CCAC only after there has been a conviction or order by the appropriate court under either of such sections. (Ord. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-23; Ord. of 2-27-07; Ord of 4-25-17). A vaccinated animal if the animal has a medical condition, verified by a written statement from a licensed veterinarian, and confinement at CCAC or a veterinary clinic would be detrimental to the health and welfare of the animal. FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION Chapter 58. of 5-24-05). The links below to the Official Code of Cobb County are provided as a courtesy and are not inclusive of all County policies, ordinances and codes. J, 1-4) and 1969 Ga. Laws (Act No. It will not, however, change the use of any piece of property. of 6-11-85; Ord. (2) Carcasses which are buried must be buried at least three feet below the ground level, but no more than eight feet, and have not less than three feet of earth over the carcass. ELECTIONS Chapter 46. of 9-23-80, 4; Ord. (d) Ferrets are not required to wear a collar and tag, however the owner, caretaker or veterinarian shall provide proof of vaccination upon demand of CCAC. of 10-24-89; Res. 1150 Powder Springs St, Ste 400 (2) An invisible fence is not an acceptable means of control for an animal that is classified as vicious, dangerous, potentially dangerous, or is in estrus/heat. (a) Insofar as the control of rabies is concerned, this chapter shall be construed and enforced consistently with any rules and regulations promulgated by the board of health. (Ord. parts of codes of ordinances, which may or may not appear in this Code at this time, Tents & Tables of 9-23-80, 13; Ord. Rescue group (licensed)means any individual or entity that houses and cares for rescue animals until permanent homes can be located and that maintains all required federal, state and local licenses/registrations. (Ord. The County boasts tremendous natural and historic resources, as well as regional employment hubs. of 5-24-05). Personal care homes and group home providersmust contact theCobb County Fire Marshalto filean application for inspection and to receive a Certificate of Occupancy (CO). In addition (20) Otherwise treating any animal in a cruel or inhumane manner; (1) Licensed veterinarians who perform surgery or euthanasia and CCAC personnel who euthanize animals under the direction of the CCAC manager per the guidelines of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, Georgia Department of Agriculture and this chapter are not in violation of this chapter. (3) The convicted person may be required to relinquish control of the animal in question to Cobb County Animal Control and the animal will be dealt with in the discretion of Animal Control. comdev@cobbcounty.org, Mailing Address The dog is not validly registered as required by section 10-10 of this section, including the posting of warning signs; c. The dog is not maintained in a proper enclosure; or. (4) Study animal related issues and recommend to the board of commissioners those programs, methods, found to be both economically feasible and humane. (a) The owner of any animal shall be in violation of this chapter if the animal engages in any activity or exhibits any behavior as defined a "vicious animal" by this chapter under section 10-1. Sec. No peddlers shall operate in unincorporated Cobb without first obtaining a permit from the Cobb County Business License Division. O.C.G.A. Promote the spread of communicable diseases. The unit manager may also be designated by the board of health as the official rabies control officer for the county. citizens and which will be a valuable tool in the day-to-day administration of the 106-3. The entity shall abide by the requirements of O.C.G.A. Costsmeans confiscation costs on potentially dangerous dogs, dangerous dogs or vicious animals are set by the board of commissioners and shall be paid by the owner to Cobb County Animal Control. Proper enclosuremeans an enclosure for keeping a dangerous dog, potentially dangerous dog or vicious animal securely confined indoors or in a securely enclosed and locked pen, fence, or structure suitable to prevent the entry of another animal or any person other than the owner or caretaker. (c) Animals that may not be vaccinated for health reasons at the direction of a licensed veterinarian and those under the suggested age shall wear a collar with identification tags when off the property of the owner. - Code enforcement division created; purpose. Veterinarian means a doctor of veterinary medicine licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in animals. - Aggravated cruelty to animals. Strict confinement/isolation for animals bitten by rabid animalmeans confinement for the period of time recommended by the State of Georgia and kept inside a home, basement, garage, or suitable building, and isolated from other animals and people other than the caretaker while the animal is being observed for symptoms of rabies. - Penalty for violation of section 10-12.1. When Cobb Countys zoning ordinance was drafted decades ago, Cobb County was quite different than it is today. of 5-24-05). No. of 6-11-85; Ord. View/Download the Donation Drop Box Guideline Brochure. of 5-24-05). The biting animal shall be segregated and isolated for at least ten days from the date of the bite. Code Enforcement officers remove approximately 17,000 signs from the public right of way yearly. (3) The owner of a dangerous dog shall not permit the dog to be outside of a proper enclosure unless the dog is muzzled in a manner that will prevent it from biting any person. (1) Nothing shall prohibit CCAC from allowing an animal to remain in strict confinement on the premises of the owner subject to daily inspections by CCAC so long as the health, safety, and welfare of any person or animal is not threatened. An animal within a fenced yard, on a chain, or otherwise in an area accessible in any way to other animals or persons other than the caretaker is not in a strictly confined area. (Ord. 31-19-6. Notes which tie related sections of the Code together and which refer to relevant The page numbering system used in this Code is a prefix system. 10-66.2. Jessica Guinn, Director Code of OrdinancesSupplement 49Online content updated on January 20, 2023. - Jurisdiction and interlocal agreement. The dog must be restrained by a substantial chain or leash not more than six feet in length and under the physical control of a person who possesses the ability to restrain the dog. - Animals in motor vehicles. of 6-11-85; Ord. OFFICIAL CODE OF COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA Chapter 86. Any person who sells or solicits any new or used goods, wares, merchandise, produce, service or other things of value in unincorporated Cobb County from any location that does not possess a certificate of occupancy. A female animal that is nursing offspring and that is current on her rabies vaccination. Signage should not be placed in medians, trees, utility poles, or traffic control signs or devices. (770) 590-5614 Once in the custody of the animal shelter, the shelter shall hold and dispose of such animal in the same manner as though such animal had been running at large and impounded by officers of CCAC. State dangerous dog control lawmeans O.C.G.A. Peddlers must park the business vehicle on asphalt or concrete out of the right-of-way. IN GENERAL 86-5. Code Enforcement - Mableton Improvement Coalition (d) No person shall in any manner or for any reason encourage, instigate, promote, assist, exhibit, organize, sponsor, host or participate in an exhibition/demonstration of the following types of animals including but not limited to those animals that are: (1) Used or potentially used for fighting or training for fighting; (a) Animal owners, or persons who care for animals at the person's residence, must keep their property, including but not limited to their yards, porches, balconies, decks, and interior living spaces reasonably free of animal waste including feces and urine and the residue thereof. 12 of a motion adopted May 11, 1971; an ordinance adopted April 14, 1981; and the 1977 Code, 3-13 . PDF Cobb County, GA Code of Ordinances - LoopNet AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING AND ENACTING A NEW CODE FOR COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA; PROVIDING Municode Library (d) Any person who releases a vicious animal either willfully through failure to exercise due care or control or who takes such animal out of such proper enclosure in such a manner which is likely to cause injury to another person or damage to the property of another person shall be in violation of this chapter. Please be sure to review amendments toGDOT's 2016 Utility Accommodation Policy and Standards outlined inSection 106-3 of the Official Cobb County Code. arrangement of chapters is maintained when including new chapters. Editor's note An ordinance adopted Jan. 25, 2005, repealed former 18-3, 18-4 of the Code, which pertained to fire walls in fee simple townhouses and chimney chases, respectively, and derived from an ordinance adopted June 24, 1969; No. of the Board of Commissioners to make the same a part of the Code shall be deemed THE VIOLATION THEREOF; PROVIDING FOR THE MANNER OF AMENDING SUCH CODE; AND PROVIDING 106-10. (f) No person residing in the same household, nor any corporation, institute or other entity, may adopt more than three animals within any 12-month period; however, nothing shall prohibit CCAC discretion to donate more than three animals in a 12-month period, if the donation is in the best interest or welfare of the animal or it is in the best interest of public safety. No more than one certificate of registration shall be granted per person or owner for a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog. New articles and Sec. Not validly registered as required by section 10-10, including the posting of warning signs; b. of 11-9-93; Code 1977, 3-5-10; Ord. Each section number consists of two parts General Contact Info. separated by a dash. of 9-23-80, 9; Ord. (a) No animal shall be used for fighting. GDOT 2016 Utility Accommodation Policy and Standards, Chapter 106 - Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places. Business may only be conducted in locations zoned general commercial and in accordance with section 134-267 of the Cobb County Code of Ordinances. (1) Adequate shelter includes but is not limited to the following: a. Exotic animalmeans any animal that is not indigenous to the State of Georgia. 19), page 914 (see pt. Licensedmeans having a valid Georgia state license issued under the authority of the State of Georgia. In addition, the animal control board may enact procedures for hearings on the state dangerous dog law. Upon receiving notice that an animal has bitten or attacked a person, an authorized person from CCAC shall investigate the incident. This cannot be done without robust public outreach and feedback from Cobbs residents and businesses. (d)Identification. 10-12. of 6-11-85; Ord of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-20; Ord. - BIKE SHARE INFRASTRUCTURE | Code of Ordinances | Cobb County, GA | Municode Library Secs. STATE ENABLING LEGISLATION COMPARATIVE TABLE. Rescue animalmeans a dog, cat, or other animal temporarily maintained by a licensed rescue group until the animal can be placed in a permanent home. (3) The requirements of subsection (2) of this section shall not apply in the areas zoned for agricultural purposes where the owner of the dog is using the dog for hunting or working purposes and has the dog in his possession or control. (e) No person shall train, assist, umpire/referee or in any way participate in the training of any animal to be used for animal fighting or used as bait or for animal fighting, or torment, badger or bait any animal for the purpose of fighting or blood sport training or any other such activity, the primary purpose of which is the training/conditioning of animals for aggressive or vicious behavior or animal fights or exhibitions of fighting animals. Any person who strikes or causes injury to any domestic animal while operating a motor vehicle shall notify the owner of the nature of the injury and the location of the incident. of 5-24-05). Stephen Hammond Rental Housing Complaints (770) 528-2044. Cobb County Animal Controlmeans the Cobb County Animal Control Unit and Shelter sometimes referred to in this chapter as "CCAC". Municode Library 10-136. This term "dog control officer" is utilized by state law with regard to the state dangerous dog law. - COURTS | Code of Ordinances | Cobb County, GA | Municode Library Sec. or part thereof that has been repealed by an ordinance that is repealed by this ordinance. of 10-24-89; Res. - see subsection (b). (a) No impounded animal shall be neutered or spayed (sterilized) without the owner's consent until the period of redemption has expired, except any animal that in the opinion of a licensed veterinarian must be sterilized in order to save its life may be sterilized by a licensed veterinarian prior to the expiration of the redemption period. 1150 Powder Springs St, Ste 400 (g) Notwithstanding any other provisions of this chapter, CCAC shall have the right to keep any animal which could otherwise be adopted or sold. - Period of impoundment or confinement. 118-326118-349. Applicants must meet the group homeordinance requirements with Code Enforcement prior to zoning approval. (Ord. . of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-19; Ord. - Rabies inoculation, tag requirement for dogs, cats and ferrets. (b) No animal shall be used to train other animals to fight. - Impoundment of animals found running at large; notice to owner. By use of the comparative 10-121.2. 10-5. (3) Cooperation with animal welfare organizations. (d)Return of confiscated dangerous dogs, potentially dangerous dogs or vicious animals. 213), page 2486 (see pt. - FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION CHAPTER 10. Source materials used in the preparation of the Code were the 1977 Code, as supplemented through January 24, 1995, and ordinances subsequently adopted by the board of commissioners. of 10-24-89; Code 1977, 3-5-15; Ord. ARTICLE III. Wildlife and wild animals received by CCAC will be disposed of in accordance with federal and state guidelines. Garbagemeans all refuse matter/effluent. of 6-11-85; Ord. Latest version. deleting the obsolete pages. Sec. The number to the right of the colon represents the number of the page in that portion. (f) Any dog or cat entering the county for the purpose of a temporary stay not exceeding 14 days shall be exempt from the rabies tag provision of this section, but shall be subject to all other provisions of this chapter. Sec. Sec. No person shall, for the purpose of any exhibition/ occurrence of animal fighting, training for animal fighting, or training of animals to display aggressive behaviors: (1) Build, make, maintain, or keep a pit or other animal fighting arena or area, whether permanent or portable, on premises owned or occupied by him; (2) Allow a pit or other animal fighting arena or area whether permanent or portable, to be built, made, maintained, or kept on his premises; or. of 5-24-05). The Comprehensive Plan is the long-range policy document that shapes the current and future development of the County for a twenty-year planning period. P.O. of the Code. (b)Abandonment of dead animals; requirements as to disposal generally. (6) Every animal shall be restrained and controlled so as to prevent it from causing property damage, harassing pedestrians or bicyclists, molesting passersby, chasing vehicles, or attacking persons or other animals. (a)Incorporation. Marietta, GA 30008, GDOT Utility Accommodation Policy and Standards, Transportation-Related Official County Codes. Sufficient protection from the elements to keep the animal dry; c. Sufficient shade and ventilation to prevent an animal from overheating and/or dehydrating; and. A table listing the state law citations and setting Senior Assistant County Attorney, and Mr. Gray Skelton, Assistant County Attorney, of 6-11-85; Ord. in many state and local government codes. 106-66. 4-5-1 et seq. due notice of violation has been provided per Sec. (Ord. Proper property owner authorization must also be in possession during operation. (c) Exception: An animal relinquished through a written agreement with CCAC, the Humane Society of Cobb County, other licensed rescue group, licensed veterinarians, individual, or other entity shall not be deemed abandoned but shall be considered relinquished to the entity. In addition to town hall meetings, public hearings, and focus groups, there will be opportunities for online engagement, as well as a project website, with the goal being to provide ample opportunities for all of Cobb Countys stakeholders to be involved and provide meaningful input. The sign must be on the vehicle. Source materials used in the preparation of the Code were the 1977 Code, as supplemented through January 24, 1995, and ordinances subsequently adopted by the board of commissioners. A licensed rescue group, licensed animal shelter, licensed veterinarian, licensed pet dealer, or licensed humane society which has all required governmental licenses, registrations and has obtained permission from the owner of the business or property, may sell or give away animals on private or public property, including but not limited to: retail stores, businesses, flea markets, yard sales and CCAC property. d. The dog is outside of a proper enclosure in violation of section 10-11. Grids, provided the animal can easily stand, walk, lay and sit on the grids without its feet or body parts being caught, damaged, or injured. (1) A fence does not include an "invisible fence" if the fence is: a. - Small Wireless Facilities(Municode link coming soon), Drew Raessler, Director Within the first six months of age for sexually immature animals. - CODE ENFORCEMENT. Within 30 days from the date of adoption for animals over the age of six months. Enforcement | Cobb County Georgia State law referenceEuthanasia of dogs and cats by animal shelters, O.C.G.A. BUILDING REGULATIONS Chapter 18. 10-10. Part I. OFFICIAL CODE OF COBB COUNTY, GEORGIA - eLaws - Resolution of conflicts between maps and minutes. If you need assistance after hours, call the Police Departments Non-Emergency number at (770)-499-3911. of 5-24-05). - Requirements for possessing dangerous or potentially dangerous dogs; registration; insurance; inspection. CIVIL EMERGENCIES Chapter 38. A policy of insurance in the amount specified by the State of Georgia Dangerous Dog Law, issued by an insurer authorized to transact business in this state insuring the owner of a dangerous dog against liability for any personal injuries inflicted by the dangerous dog, provided: a. Turned off or the animal is not wearing a properly operating signaling device; b. (b) The fees established and collected under this chapter and pursuant to the state dangerous dog control law are not penalties but are imposed for the sole purpose of defraying expenses borne by the county for animal control and welfare under this chapter and are subject to change at any time. As revised pages are received, it will then become the responsibility Animal intake stops at 4 p.m. daily. (d) Unvaccinated cattle or livestock bitten by a suspected or proven rabid animal should be destroyed (slaughtered) immediately. Sec. (d)Methods of disposal of dead animals. (Ord. (c)Dangerous dogs. (c) Exhibitions of animals for illegal purposes as stated in local ordinances, this chapter, state and federal laws are strictly prohibited. - Treatment of diseased or injured animals. 10-36. Sec. Police departmentmeans the Cobb County Police Department or its successor department(s). Multi-Family Inspections. A special feature of this publication is the looseleaf system of binding and supplemental 2-102 (2) of the Cobb County Code, may be removed by Cobb County or its duly authorized designee. Code of Ordinances Part I. Municode Library Marietta, GA 30061 ELECTRICAL CODE Article V. GAS CODE Article VI. Ordinances | Cobb County Georgia Members of the animal control board shall adopt procedures and policies to govern potential conflicts of interest arising from the responsibilities and duties of their positions. Director, Animal Services b. Municode Library Upon completion of neutering or spaying, within the period specified by CCAC, the veterinarian performing such operation shall submit to CCAC signed certification of such operation. Section 7. 1060 Al Bishop Drive Backyard chickens for properties under 80,000 square feet (approved 02-11-20 by the Board of Commissioners), Open the Backyard Chicken Registration Application. - Animal control unit; unit commander; dog control officer; animal control officers; humane officers. Doraville Tree Ordinance Fulton County Unincorporated Tree Ordinance Atlanta Tree Ordinance Alpharetta Tree Ordinance Brookhaven Tree Ordinance Decatur Tree Ordinance Dunwoody Tree Ordinance East Point Tree Ordinance Hapeville Tree Ordinance Johns Creek Tree Ordinance Milton Tree Ordinance Roswell Tree Ordinance Sandy Springs City Ordinance Similarly, the way we shop and do business is changing. Animal control unitmeans, collectively, the animal control manager and employees who are under the direction of the Cobb County Police Department, its successor department(s), or other entity selected by the board of commissioners to carry out the duties of animal control for Cobb County pursuant to this chapter and federal/state laws. (1) A law enforcement officer or the CCAC manager or his designee who takes an animal as directed in this chapter while performing his duties as defined by this chapter shall not be in violation of this section. (a)Legislative authority. ADMINISTRATION AND ENFORCEMENT Article III. The adopter shall be responsible for providing proof that the animal has been sterilized within seven days of the surgery or will insure that the licensed veterinarian responsible for the spay/neuter surgery submits signed verification to CCAC that the sterilization process has been accomplished. (3) Materials not suitable for shelters include but are not limited to: g. Any other structure that fails to provide sufficient protection from the elements; and. to be incorporated in the Code, so that reference to the Code includes the additions

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