§ 95.52. LIMITING THE NUMBER OF DOGS PER HOUSEHOLD WITHIN TOWN LIMITS.


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  • (A) No household located within the town limits shall have more than three dogs. Dog shall be defined as being a canine six months of age or older.
    (B) Upon written notice from the Town Marshal, any resident in violation of this section shall have 30 days to remove the dog(s) to comply with this section.
    (C) Any resident not in compliance within 30 days after receiving written notice from the Town Marshal shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $2,500 plus court costs. In addition to any fines imposed, the town may bring an action in the Circuit or Superior Court of the county for mandatory injunction requiring compliance with this section.
    (D) In the event the town is successful in any legal action requiring a mandatory injunction, the respondent/defendant shall be responsible for all costs of the action, including attorney fees.
    (Ord. 12-20-2005, passed 1-17-06)