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Port Huron council rejects ordinance to allow backyard hens after heated public debate
Summary
After two hours of public comment and council discussion, the Port Huron City Council voted 3-3 on a second-reading ordinance to permit backyard chickens; the measure failed for lack of majority support.
The Port Huron City Council failed to adopt, on second reading, an ordinance to allow backyard chickens after a tie vote Thursday evening.
The ordinance (No. 25-002) proposed to add Article 4 to Chapter 8 of the Port Huron Code to permit small backyard flocks. Proponents told the council the measure would support local food security and sustainability, while opponents and several council members said the city had not done enough homework before changing law.
Why it matters: Supporters said backyard hens can reduce household food costs, teach children about food sources and boost neighborhood connections. Opponents warned the change was moving too quickly, risked neighbor…
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