Austin |
Code of Ordinances |
Title 8. PARKS AND RECREATION. |
Chapter 8-1. PARKS ADMINISTRATION. |
Article 2. RESTRICTIONS ON PARK USE. |
§ 8-1-16. ANIMAL RESTRICTIONS.
(A)
This section applies to a nature preserve, swimming pool, an indoor recreational facility, building, and any other recreation facility the director designates by rule.
(B)
In this section, animal includes, but is not limited to, fowl, livestock, miniature livestock, and small animals.
(C)
An owner or handler may not allow an animal to be present in a public recreation area described in Subsection (A) except:
(1)
as required under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA); or
(2)
when an approval authorizes an animal to be present in a public recreation area.
(D)
It is an affirmative defense to a violation of this section, if at the time of the alleged violation, the animal was present pursuant to an approval.
Source: Ord. No. 20190307-014 , Pt. 3, 3-18-19.