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While the county puts a limit on dogs — three per household — no limit applies to how many cats are permissible as long as they're not being sold for a profit, said Hillorie Richman, head of the legislative section of the office of planning and zoning. (For-profit kennels and catteries are regulated.)

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In Maryland, any person who keeps or cares for chickens must register with the Maryland Department of Agriculture. A person must also register other kinds of poultry, including ducks, geese, turkeys, pigeons and doves.

Additional Information: Any pet 4 months or older must be licensed. Licenses for pets under one year of age are free. Must have proof of current rabies certificate. Must have proof of sterilization for discount.

The amount of the impact fee is $5,000 per dwelling unit for single-family and multifamily dwellings.

For example, in Baltimore City, miniature goats are allowed with a permit, but other breeds of goats and sheep are not allowed.

A building permit is required for construction of any new residential dwelling. Residential structures with shared common spaces (i.e. condos, apartments, high/mid-rises) are processed as commercial new structure or shell permits. A separate permit is required for electrical and plumbing work.

If you have more than three dogs, you are required to obtain a holding facility or kennel license.