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Noise Ordinance/Dog Barking

Is there a noise ordinance in Coos County? 

No.  Several times there have been attempts to establish a noise ordinance for Coos County; however, they have been unsuccessful at this time.

What can I do about my neighbor’s barking dog? 

You may file a complaint with the Coos County Animal Division of the Sheriff’s Office.  The first step is to contact Animal Control at the Shelter at (541) 751-2480, Dispatch (541) 396-7830, or Voicemail for Animal Control (541) 751-2482.  Animal Control will issue to the owner of the barking offender(s) a written warning.  If, after a written warning, the problem continues, the reporting party will be asked to a complete a Complaint Form and attach a (7) day Barking Log, prior to issuance of a citation.