Grand Junction Colorado Chicken Ordinance

Are Chickens Allowed in this locationYes
Max Chickens AllowedLess than 1/2 acre - 6; More than 1/2 acre - 15 (see below)
Roosters AllowedYes
Permit RequiredNo
Coop RestrictionsYes - see 20' setback below
City/Organization Contact nameCity of Grand Junction, Colorado Neighborhood Services 970-244-1593
Additional InformationFound under \"City Services/Animals/Agricultural Animals\": Six small agricultural animals such as rabbits, chickens, ducks and geese are allowed per one half (1/2) acre or less with 15 small agricultural animals allowed per one half (1/2) acre or more. These animals must be confined by a fence or cage, and can be no closer than 20 feet to a principal residential structure on an adjoining property
Link for more Informationhttp://www.gjcity.org/CityDeptWebPages/CommunityDevelopment/CodeEnforcement/CEAnimals.htm
Information Last Updated2010-03-16 00:00:00


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