Ordinance
Animal Regulation Ordinance
The Animal Regulation Ordinance was adopted to protect the public health, safety and welfare by imposing regulations on owners and other caretakers of animals and to reduce the cost of providing animal control services by regulating the uncontrolled breeding of dogs and cats. All dogs and cats over the age of 4 months are required to be licensed on an annual basis in Milpitas. Licenses may be obtained through San Jose Animal Care and Services or by completing the Application for Animal Licensing (PDF) and sending or bringing it to San Jose Animal Care and Services with the proper licensing fee payment.
Neighborhood Beautification Ordinance
The Neighborhood Beautification Ordinance was adopted to enhance the quality and appearance of our community. It requires a minimum level of upkeep for properties and prevents activities that detract from a residential atmosphere.
Shopping Cart Ordinance
The Shopping Cart Ordinance was adopted by City Council to ensure that shopping carts remain within the business' property/vicinity and establishes fines to business' and individuals for non-compliance.
The City of Milpitas Shopping Cart Ordinance will be strictly enforced. The Shopping Cart Ordinance states that:
- It is unlawful to either temporarily or permanently remove a shopping cart from a business premises or parking lot.
- Written approval from the owner or manager of the business establishment for cart removal will be valid for a period not to exceed 72 hours.
- Fines for unauthorized cart removal will result as follows:
- First violation is subject to a fine not to exceed $100
- Second violation within the year is subject to a fine not exceed $200
- Any additional violation within the year is subject to a fine of $500
The local businesses have also been informed of this ordinance. They are required to comply by taking measures to prevent shopping cart removal and provide a cart retrieval plan that meets City approval/ or enter into a contract with a City designated cart retrieval service. Noncompliance from the business owners/managers is subject to a civil fine of $1,000 and an additional fine of $50 for each additional day of noncompliance.
No Solicitation Ordinance
Starting January 1, 2025, residents of the City of Milpitas will have a new tool to protect their privacy and property rights. The City of Milpitas has adopted a new law prohibiting unwanted visitors from intruding upon residential property in violation of properly posted signs. Property owners can legally place signs on their premises to prohibit unwanted visitors, including solicitors, canvassers, and other uninvited guests.
The ordinance aims to enhance community safety and peace of mind by providing residents a simple and enforceable method to deter uninvited visitors. Signs must be prominently displayed at entry points to be legally binding.
Key details about the ordinance include:
Effective Date: January 1, 2025.
Signage Requirements: Signs must clearly state “No Soliciting,” “No Trespassing,” “No Canvassing,” or other similar
language to indicate that visitors are not welcome without prior permission.
Legal Enforcement: Residents may sue and recover penalties defined by City law.
Even without a sign, uninvited visitors must follow a resident’s order to leave their property. Similarly, even if residents post a sign, they can always give permission to enter and withdraw this consent at any time. Exceptions apply for neighbors, deliveries, and others. Organizations are responsible for informing those going door-to-door on their behalf about this new law.
The City of Milpitas encourages residents to familiarize themselves with the full law in Title V, Chapter 15 of the Milpitas Municipal Code.