I have questions regarding my City's dog ordinance, as pertains to "disturbing the peace." The ordinance reads:
"It is unlawful for any person, owner or possessor of a dog, to suffer or permit such dog to disturb the peace and quiet of the neighborhood by barking, howling, whining, or making any other loud or unusual noises."
There appears to be no further definition of "disturbing the peace."
My question is, is my dog allowed to bark at all? Can the zoning of the property have any relevance, being commercial rather than residential? We live in a neighborhood that is NEVER quiet due to heavy traffic, dynamic braking, and a train with a crossing less than a block away. Will this have any factor in what is considered "peace," in this area?
"It is unlawful for any person, owner or possessor of a dog, to suffer or permit such dog to disturb the peace and quiet of the neighborhood by barking, howling, whining, or making any other loud or unusual noises."
There appears to be no further definition of "disturbing the peace."
My question is, is my dog allowed to bark at all? Can the zoning of the property have any relevance, being commercial rather than residential? We live in a neighborhood that is NEVER quiet due to heavy traffic, dynamic braking, and a train with a crossing less than a block away. Will this have any factor in what is considered "peace," in this area?