No chickens (yet) but interested

agibble09

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I've always wanted chickens but never lived in a place where I could have them. However, my family is moving and will soon have a lot more outdoor space - nice big backyard in a more rural community

I want to make sure I'm fully aware of all the township ordinances and regulations before I commit to adding any feathered friends. I realize each town is different but my broad question is this: Is there a difference between a pet chicken and ones that are considered "poultry or agriculture". It's sometimes hard to tell if a backyard pet would be held to the same regulations as a farm.
 
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So glad you joined us.

I'm not expert but think all officials consider chickens as farm animals…..although I know mine are pets.

Hope your new location ordinances allow you to get chickens.
 
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We're glad to have you.

I'm not great with regulations/ordinances. But, I think that chickens are almost always considered "livestock" or agriculture.
 
Hello there and welcome to BYC!
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Have you called your local town hall yet? They should be able to tell you all you need to know about the ordinances in your area.

Stop by our learning center too for lots of good articles on all the aspects of keeping poultry...https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

Make yourself at home here and if you have any questions, feel free to ask. Welcome to our flock!
 
Welcome to Backyard chickens. Often a tiny serama can pass as a cage bird and a silkie is unusual enough where some people consider them some type of foo foo dog (from a distance. Just sayin' in case house chickens would fill the bill for you. There is a very good thread called "people with house chickens."
 
Hi and welcome, sorry i cant help with your Q as I'm in the UK and we have very different laws for that here, but hope you manage to get a few birds. Hens are lovely pets
 

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