In general, the city does not regulate the number of horses or other farm animals allowed on single-family and two-family residential properties as long as they are for personal use of the homeowner and there is a city-approved, habitable single-family home on the property. The city does not allow the commercial raising of animals as is typically associated with a farm, except on a farm, ranch or commercial stable.
No person shall knowingly keep or harbor any animal or fowl which by frequent or habitual howling, yelping, barking, crowing or the making of other noises shall annoy or disturb a neighborhood or any two (2) or more persons, one (1) of which may be a police officer or an animal control officer.
The Zoning Code limits the location of farms, ranches, and stables:
Animals (including horses and other livestock) are regulated by the Maricopa County Health Department and by rules/regulations enforced by Homeowner's Associations or Covenants, Codes & Restrictions (CC&R's).
The city of Scottsdale does have regulations pertaining to:
Last Updated: Dec 4, 2024