There are many reasons why people may refer to animals as being a nuisance.  Noise, smell or just too many animals at the one property can cause problems for neighbours.

The owner or occupier of any land on which animals are kept must provide housing which is adequate and appropriate in the circumstances, taking into consideration:

• the type of animals to be kept 
• the height of the shelter
• the number of animals to be kept
• the capacity to maintain it in a sanitary and inoffensive condition 
• the capacity to protect neighbours from noise from animals on the land
• any other matters considered to be relevant.

All animal housing must be maintained so that:

• all manure and other waste is removed and/or treated as often as necessary so that it does not cause a nuisance or offensive condition
• all manure and other waste is stored in a fly and vermin proof receptacle until removed from the premises or otherwise disposed of to the satisfaction of the environmental health officer
• the ground surrounding the housing is drained to the satisfaction of the Environmental Health Officer
• the area of land within three metres of the area or structure in which the animal is kept must be kept free from dry grass, weeds, refuse, rubbish or other material capable of harbouring vermin
• all food, grain or chaff is kept in vermin proof receptacles
• the area where animals are kept must be thoroughly cleaned and maintained at all times in a clean and sanitary manner to the satisfaction of the Environmental Health Officer.

Failure to comply may result in a penalty of $200.

For further information, contact the Ranger on (02) 6028 1100 or mobile 0407 201 002