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Bellbrook council advances draft small-livestock rules for legal review after lengthy discussion

2756356 · March 24, 2025
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Summary

Council discussed a proposed zoning amendment to permit small livestock (chickens, rabbits, select poultry) with setbacks, coop-sizing, permitting and enforcement provisions and directed staff to send the draft to the city's legal counsel for review.

Bellbrook City Council on Monday reviewed a draft zoning change to allow small livestock (including chickens and certain waterfowl) in residential areas and directed staff to send the draft to the city's legal counsel for conformity with Ohio law.

City planner Mikaela (staff) told council the draft adds a definition of "small livestock" and proposed Section 18.41 for the zoning code; the change would require accessory-structure permitting, ventilation and sanitation standards, and limits…

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