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Backyard Hens Draft By-law

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Background

Loyalist Township does not currently have a by-law regulating the ownership of back yard chickens, hens/other birds. With the growing popularity of owning backyard hens and the inquiries the Township receives, the Township is investigating an array of options to regulate backyard hens. Public consultation was undertaken throughout July and August, 2019, by means of a survey and with engagement sessions in Odessa, Amherstview, and Bath.

Information on the Public Engagement Strategy

Public Engagement Strategy for Backyard Hens

SR-1070 - Public Engagement Strategy for Backyard Hens

Backyard Hen Public Engagement Results and Next Steps

SR - 1203 - Backyard Hen Public Engagement Results and Next Steps

Backyard Hen Draft By-law Review

SR - 1644 - Backyard Hen Draft By-law Review

Backyard Hen Draft By-law Follow up

SR - 1664 - Backyard Hen Draft By-law Follow up

Public Meeting - October 12, 2021

Council will be holding a public meeting to receive comments on the draft Backyard Hens Licensing By-law. The by-law provides regulations on the keeping of backyard hens to ensure it is done without causing a nuisance to neighbouring properties to ensure for the safety and well being of owners and hens. It is a licensing by-law where those interested in obtaining backyard hens will have to be licensed and will be required to pay a nominal annual fee.

Join the Public Meeting 

Council will be holding a public meeting to receive comments on the draft Backyard Hens Licensing By-law. This meeting will take place virtually on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

 

Join by clicking on the meeting link below.

Meeting Link

Any person may virtually attend the public meeting and make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the by-law. Registration to speak at the meeting and written submissions should be directed to Clerks’ Division by email or by phone at ext. 120/121 no later than 12:00 PM on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Written and verbal comments received prior to and during the public meeting will be considered by Council prior to the enactment of the by-law.


Please note that any submitted comments become part of the public record, including names and addresses. Written comments are due by Friday, October 8th, 2021 so that they may be read at the meeting for the benefit of the public.

 

Read the Notice of Public Meeting.

Draft By-law

A copy of the draft Backyard Hens Licensing By-law is available to read and review.

Do you have questions or require more information?

Please contact:

Megan Shannon, Deputy Clerk

(613)386-7351 ext. 120

Email Megan

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