What Animals Are Restricted In The Hoa?

I recently moved to Arizona from Arkansas, where I had 3 acres of land, and now I live in a housing tract. I didn't even know what the HOA was until a few days ago. To be honest I thought it was just a joke my neighbors tried pulling on me. I was wondering what animals are allowed, and what animals are not in my housing tract. I'm assuming all housing tracts follow the same guidelines. I know I cannot keep horses, sheep, or cattle here. I know dogs, cats, birds, and common household pets are. However, I know some people who keep pygmy goats, and potbelly pigs, as pets and their HOA doesn't complain. I am really looking into getting a goat, I gave up my herd moving out here. Obviously I do not intend to get another herd, just one. My daughter has been wanting a runner duck too. Both animal species are quiet, and less messier than a dog. Just looking for some input on this. I do not in any way want to offend anyone (:

Dalaney,

All Assocaitions are different. To find out what your Assocaition permits or prohibits, you need to read all of your governing documents (CC&Rs, Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, Resolutions). Additionally, as Melissa pointed out, there may be County or City zoning restrictions that may prohibit certain animals.

You should also keep in mind that even if the zoning restrictions allows an animal, your Association might prohibit the animal. You will need to comply with both restrictions. Therefore, in the example I just provided, you would not be allowed to keep the animal.

Best advice, when in doubt - ask your Board of Directors.

1. See if your HOA has a list of banned animals.
2. See if your city has regulations on animals at "your" property. You will have different zoning laws than someone else in town.