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.
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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. 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.
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
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