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Planning commission reviews possible changes to livestock rules after complaint on goats in R-1 neighborhood
Summary
A complaint about livestock kept on a 1.19‑acre R‑1 lot prompted the Board to ask the commission to consider modifying Sections 5‑2‑1 and 5‑1‑1 of the zoning ordinance; commissioners discussed setting clear numeric limits for animals on small residential lots and possible alternative permit routes for 4‑H or school projects.
The planning commission opened a workshop to consider whether to retain, modify, or remove Madison County Zoning Ordinance Sections 5‑2‑1 and 5‑1‑1 after a complaint and an application from a property owner seeking a special use permit to keep goats and other animals on a 1.19‑acre R‑1 lot.
Staff explained the matter arose from a notice of violation and subsequent permit application by the property owner (Gerald Fuchs). The owner’s application was tabled; staff said…
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