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Richfield Council approves revised fowl ordinance with three-year permit cycle, asks staff to clarify reapplication after revocation
Summary
The Richfield City Council approved updates to City Code Section 905.37 on March 11, adding permit requirements, education, coop standards and a three-year phased permitting approach; council adopted an amendment directing staff to clarify procedures if a permit is revoked.
The Richfield City Council on March 11 approved changes to city code Section 905.37 governing the keeping of fowl, establishing permit requirements, coop standards and a phased three‑year permitting approach meant to balance public‑health oversight and affordability.
Council member Christiansen introduced the measure and staff summarized changes brought since the first reading, including a move away from a one‑time, indefinite permit toward a three‑year staged permitting period. Community comment submitted in writing raised concerns about rodent increases associated with yard coops.
Why it matters: the ordinance updates set new standards for coop size, setbacks and education for owners, while creating a…
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