§ 9-26. Chicken-keeping.

The following requirements and limitations shall apply to Chicken-keeping:

1.

The keeping of up to four (4) female, domestic chickens shall be permitted under this section on any property containing an occupied single-family dwelling, or on an adjacent property with the same zoning and under the same ownership.

2.

On eligible lots greater than 10,000 square feet but less than two (2) acres in area, a maximum of twelve (12) domestic chickens may be kept - provided there is a minimum total lot area of 2,500 square feet per chicken kept. Eligible lots over two (2) acres in area shall not be subject to the twelve (12) domestic chicken maximum.

3.

Domestic chickens shall be kept contained within a fenced or enclosed area.

4.

Chicken coops shall observe the same setbacks as the principal structure, and shall not occupy any required front yard.

5.

Provisions shall be made for the collection, storage, and disposal of chicken waste (manure) so as to not to create a nuisance or health hazard.

6.

All chicken feed and other products for consumption by domestic chickens shall be kept so as not to attract rodents, insects, or predators.

7.

Outdoor slaughtering of domestic chickens is prohibited.

8.

The keeping of roosters, capons, or crowing hens is prohibited.

(Ord. of 3-3-2015)

(Ord. of 3-3-2015)