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Hallandale Beach advances backyard‑chickens ordinance to second reading; roosters excluded, cruelty language to be added
Summary
On April 9 the City Commission voted 5-0 on first reading to allow backyard chickens under an ordinance that excludes roosters, establishes a pilot program and will return for a second reading May 7 for fines and enforcement language.
The Hallandale Beach City Commission on April 9 approved on first reading a new ordinance that would permit residents to keep backyard chickens under specified conditions, excluding roosters and incorporating animal‑cruelty protections on second reading.
Commissioner Annabel Lee Matab introduced the ordinance and said the measure is intended to give residents a lawful pathway to raise…
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