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Rock Springs council narrowly approves ordinance allowing backyard chickens
Summary
After months of public input the Rock Springs City Council voted 5-4 to amend the city's animal control code to allow backyard chickens with enclosure requirements; council members warned they will revisit the rule if enforcement problems arise.
The Rock Springs City Council voted 5-4 Tuesday to amend the city's animal-control ordinance to permit backyard chickens in residential areas, adding a requirement that birds be kept in a covered enclosure.
The change amends Article 3-5 of the City of Rock Springs code, titled "Humane Control and Regulation of Animals." Councilor Bingham introduced an amendment requiring that "Chicken shall be provided with a covered enclosure and must be kept in the" designated structure; Councilor Hickerson seconded the amendment, which passed unanimously before the final ordinance vote.
The ordinance itself was moved for approval by Councilor Eggerson and seconded by Councilor Dimas. The final roll call…
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