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Commission allows rezoning to permit chickens on Julius Lane despite staff concerns
Summary
After testimony by residents describing backyard animals as family activities, the commission voted to rezone a 1.99‑acre property from SF40 to AG6 to allow residential fowl despite staff recommending disapproval for consistency with the comprehensive plan.
A property owner sought to rezone 1.99 acres on Julius Lane from SF40 to AG6 after zoning inspectors documented a large number of chickens and other animals on the parcel. Residents described the animals as pets and educational for children.
A resident identified as Carolina Crater said the animals are personal pets and the household uses the land for a garden and family activities. Neighbor Katie O'Neil told the commission she lives across the street and "you can't hear them," and she supported rezoning so the family could continue their small‑scale animal husbandry. Staff recommended disapproval because the request is inconsistent with the comprehensive plan, but one commissioner said he had no local opposition present and moved to approve; the motion carried.
The rezoning permits the property owner to keep backyard fowl consistent with AG6 standards and moves next steps to compliance with any site or animal‑control rules enforced by county staff.
