§ 3-8. Keeping of swine.

(a)

It shall be unlawful subject to the provisions of subsection (b) below, for any person to keep or have on his premises any hogs or pigs within the city limits unless a specific use permit has been granted by the city council in accordance with the city's zoning regulations.

(b)

Requirements for keeping potbellied pigs.

(1)

It shall be unlawful for any person to keep, harbor or raise more than two adult potbellied pigs in any one household within the city.

(2)

It shall be unlawful for any person to keep or maintain potbellied pigs outdoors. A person may permit potbellied pigs outdoors for brief periods, as necessary for exercise or for the elimination of waste. The outdoor area used for exercise and waste elimination must be a secure area from which the potbellied pig may not escape. Potbellied pigs are subject to all other sections of this chapter, including, but not limited to, the sections on restraint of animals.

(3)

All potbellied pigs kept within the city must be either spayed or neutered. Under no circumstances may a person engage in the propagation or breeding of potbellied pigs within the city limits.

(4)

All potbellied pigs kept within the city must be vaccinated against erysipelas, parvo virus and leptospirosis in accordance with all applicable state regulations.

(5)

All potbellied pigs kept within the city must be registered with the animal control officer within 14 days from the time the animal is taken to its place of residence. The following requirements shall apply to registration of all potbellied pigs:

a.

The filing of a health certificate from a licensed veterinarian;

b.

Payment of an annual fee of $75.00 to the city secretary;

c.

Obtaining a registration tag from the animal control officer.

(6)

All locations where potbellied pigs are kept shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition. Exercise areas shall be cleaned of swine excrement on a daily basis.

(Ord. No. 2520, Art. I, 3-6-12)