Simsbury Connecticut Chicken Ordinance
| Are Chickens Allowed in this location | Yes |
| Max Chickens Allowed | 12 |
| Roosters Allowed | No |
| Permit Required | No |
| Coop Restrictions | ZONING RESTRICTIONS APPLY |
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| Additional Information | ARTICLE 7-PERMITTED USES B. USES PERMITTED IN ALL RESIDENTIAL ZONES The following uses shall be permitted in all residential zones, subject to the requirements and standards set forth herein. 6. Keeping of domestic animals clearly accessory to residential use. In no case may the following schedule be exceeded unless the use qualifies as a farm: a. Horses, ponies, sheep, and similar animals provided that the parcel contain at least three (3) acres and that no more than two (2) such animals are kept, and further that no storage of manure or accessory buildings be located closer than one hundred (100) feet from any property line, stream, or watercourse. b. Dogs, cats, and similar domestic pets provided that no more than six (6) animals are kept and no commercial kennel is operated. c. Ducks, geese, chickens, etc., provided that no more than twelve (12) such animals are kept. |
| Link for more Information | http://www.town.simsbury.ct.us/Public_Documents/SimsburyCT_TownCode/code_book_index |
| Information Last Updated | 2010-03-29 11:36:57 |
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