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Council Eases Rules for Backyard Chickens, Approves Permit Fee Structure
Summary
Council adopted Ordinance 25‑2 reducing property‑boundary restrictions for backyard chickens, limiting flocks to six hens (no roosters), and setting a permit fee of $50 the first year and $25 annual renewals; staff will inspect initial permits and respond to complaints.
The City Council on March 25 adopted changes to zoning rules governing agricultural uses on residential property that make backyard chicken keeping more accessible while retaining public‑health and nuisance safeguards.
Public commenter Taurus Laurie said requiring a fee to keep chickens "just to help feed their family" felt…
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