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Petition to allow backyard hens advances to planning board after mixed testimony
2495037 · February 25, 2025
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Summary
Councilors agreed to send a citizen petition that would permit backyard hens in Worcester to the Planning Board and Economic Development committee for review; councilors asked for planning recommendations and suggested special permits and safeguards in denser neighborhoods.
The council filed and advanced a petition asking the city to allow Worcester residents to keep chickens for egg production. Petitioner Joseph Mangiamelli and other supporters testified about food security, education for children and household savings from home egg production. Supporters emphasized limiting…
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