Get Chickens In The City Of Hastings Mi Form

Livestock includes, but is not limited to, cattle, sheep, new world camelids, old world camelids, goats, bison, privately owned cervids, ratites, swine, equids, poultry, aquaculture species, and rabbits. Livestock does not include dogs or cats.

Chickens must be confined in a house or coop in the backyard of the residence with a minimum of 1 square foot per bird (144 square inches). An outside, enclosed run may or may not be allowed. The run should be no larger than 8 feet by 8 feet, and it should be attached to the coop.

(a) Any person who keeps hens in the City of Ypsilanti shall obtain a permit from the city prior to acquiring the hens and pay a permit fee set by city council. This permit shall be kept by the owner and presented upon demand by any city official or police officer.

Setbacks. Coops or cages having chickens shall be kept at least 25 feet from the door or window of any dwelling or occupied structure other than the owner's dwelling.

Chicken keepers in Michigan are subject to various local laws and ordinances. Anyone wishing to keep chickens in Michigan's cities should cast their eye over the following list first: Albion – Maximum four to six birds, depending on plot size, permit required. Ann Arbor – Maximum four hens, permit required.

Even if your local ordinances allow you to keep chickens, take careful note of any special rules or restrictions. In some communities, you must first file an application for a permit and pay a fee. There may be a prohibition on having roosters or a limit on the number of birds you are allowed to have.

While there are no laws preventing you from keeping them, it is advisable to check your property deeds or consult your landlord to make sure there are no covenants preventing the keeping of 'livestock'.

There are plenty of situations in which free ranging isn't practical. Predators, limited space or intolerant landscaping are all good reasons to keep the birds in their enclosed run. But if conditions permit, allowing your flock to roam free now and again can keep your bug population down and chicken spirits high.

There is now an increasing number of city folk keeping chickens in their garden. Raising chickens in towns and cities is easier than ever. If you have a garden (read our section on how much space you need here) then you too can experience the wonderful pleasures that come with keeping chickens.