I really want backyard chickens in Taylorsville, UT but this ordinance seems so restrictive. Basically I could only have my coop in the middle of my back yard. It just seems so unAmerican to have to beg for the freedom of owning a few(4-5) chickens as pets. What do you think? The propsed ordinance follows.
What can we do to propose a better ordinance? Feedback & Suggestions needed ASAP. THANKS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of a public hearing to be held before the Taylorsville City Council regarding the permitting of chickens in the backyards of residential properties.
The Taylorsville Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation to the Taylorsville City Council.
This file, 6Z09 and associated ordinance, Ordinance 10-07, are available for public inspection and may be examined during normal business hours at the city offices of Taylorsville, 2600 West Taylorsville Boulevard, Telephone 801-963-5400.
When:
April 21, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Taylorsville City Council Chambers
Taylorsville City Hall
2600 West Taylorsville Blvd. (5325 South)
DRAFT ORDINANCE:
8.12.140: DOMESTIC CHICKEN PERMIT:
A. Where permitted by the zoning ordinance, persons may keep domestic chickens on single-family owner occupied residential and agricultural lots in accordance with the provisions of this ordinance:
1. It is unlawful for any person to keep domestic chickens without first making application for and obtaining a domestic chicken permit.
2. It is unlawful for any person who is the owner, keeper, or temporary custodian of any domestic chicken to allow the animal(s) to be at large, off the premises or outside the approved enclosure.
3. It is unlawful for any person to keep and maintain in an unclean or unsanitary condition any coop, enclosure or other structure or area in which any domestic chicken is kept. All droppings must be cleaned at least once a week.
4. It is unlawful for the owner or keeper of any domestic chicken to allow the animals(s) to be a nuisance to any neighbor, including but not limited to creating noxious odors from the animals, their waste, coop, or related structure or generating noise of a loud and persistent nature.
5. All places where any domestic chickens are kept shall be subject to inspection prior to a permit being issued for cleanliness, health, and sanitation purposes by a code enforcement official, animal control officer, or representative of the Salt Lake Valley Health Department. A code enforcement official, animal control officer, or representative of the Salt Lake Valley Health Department shall also be authorized to inspect any property where domestic chickens are kept based on any complaint or observation that the requirements of this chapter or conditional use permit requirement are in violation.
6. Only female chickens may be kept. No ducks, geese, turkeys, peafowl, crowing hens, or roosters may be kept. No other bird species shall be kept except as provided by Taylorsville City Code and birds normally and generally considered household or indoor pets.
7. Chicken coops shall be considered accessory buildings and are subject to the area provisions of the Taylorsville Zoning Ordinance. Height and setback provisions shall be determined by this section but shall in no cases violate setback or height limitations of the zoning ordinance.
8. Chickens shall have access to feed and water at all times in an area that is protected from wild birds, rodents, and other predators. Any stored feed must be kept in a rodent and predator proof container.
9. Domestic chickens shall be for personal use only. The selling of eggs or fertilizer or the breeding of chickens for commercial use is prohibited.
10. The slaughtering of domestic chickens on the premises is prohibited.
11. Dead birds and rotting eggs shall be removed within 24 hours and properly disposed.
12. All domestic chicken permits are subject to review upon substantiated and unresolved complaint.
13. Enclosure Standards
i. Chickens must be contained within an enclosure or fenced area at all times.
ii. Domestic chicken enclosures shall be contained entirely in the rear yard. No enclosures will be permitted in any front or side yard.
iii. All enclosures shall have a maximum opening of 2 ½ inches.
14. Coop Standards
i. Any domestic chicken shall be provided a covered, predator-proof and well-ventilated henhouse that must be impermeable to rodents, wild birds, and predators including dogs and cats. The coop shall provide a minimum of three (3) square feet per animal and be of sufficient size to admit free movement.
ii. Domestic chicken coops shall be located within the enclosure and be contained entirely in the rear yard. No coops will be permitted in any front or side yard.
iii. All chicken coops shall be placed at least 10 feet from the nearest habitable structure.
iv. Chicken coops shall be maintained in good condition
v. Chicken coops shall be constructed such that
1. It is free standing
2. Is easily accessible for cleaning and maintenance
3. Is enclosed on all sides and has a roof and door(s)
4. Doors must be able to be shut and locked
5. No chicken coop shall exceed eight feet in height
6. The coop shall be elevated off the ground at least 12 inches or covered with predator and bird proof wire with a maximum opening of ¼ inch. (or) The wire shall be buried at least 3 inches and bent outward at least another 24 inches to prevent rodents from burrowing into the structure
7. All openings and vents shall be covered with predator and bird proof wire with a maximum opening of ¼ inch.
15. Domestic Chicken Permit Application Requirements.
i. Prior to the issuance of any Domestic chicken permit, applicant shall submit the following information.
1. A completed and signed application
2. Appropriate fee
3. A site plan showing the exact location of the enclosure and coop, including measured distances from all dwellings and property lines, including buildings on adjacent properties.
4. A photograph or illustration of the proposed enclosure and coop, including construction materials, height, and other dimensions
5. Signed consent to an on-site inspection of all enclosures, coops and surroundings.
16. Side and rear setbacks and maximum numbers of chickens:
Maximum number of chickens Minimum distance between chicken coop and any side property line Minimum distance between chicken coop and any back yard property line
0 Less than 20 feet 10 feet
4 20 to 25 feet 10 feet
5 25.01 to 30 feet 10 feet
6 30.01 to 35 feet 10 feet
7 35.01 to 40 feet 10 feet
8 40.01 to 45 feet 10 feet
9 45.01 to 50 feet 10 feet
10 50.01 or more 10 feet
Zoning Ordinance
Domestic Chicken Permit - Conditional Use in the following zones:
R-1-6; R-1-7; R-1-8; R-1-10; R-1-15; R-1-21; R-1-43
Definitions:
13.04.132 Coop: Coop means a structure for the sheltering of female chickens.
13.04.196 Enclosure: Enclosure means a fence or sturdy wire enclosure containing a coop (henhouse) for the purpose of allowing chickens to exit the henhouse while remaining in an enclosed, predator-safe environment.
Mark E. McGrath, AICP
City of Taylorsville ▪ Community Development Director
2600 West Taylorsville Boulevard ▪ Taylorsville, Utah 84118
(801) 963-5400 ▪ [email protected]
Information contained in this e-mail message is privileged and/or confidential and intended only for the receipt by and use of the individual to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately notify The City of Taylorsville by telephone and delete this message from your computer.
What can we do to propose a better ordinance? Feedback & Suggestions needed ASAP. THANKS
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of a public hearing to be held before the Taylorsville City Council regarding the permitting of chickens in the backyards of residential properties.
The Taylorsville Planning Commission forwarded a positive recommendation to the Taylorsville City Council.
This file, 6Z09 and associated ordinance, Ordinance 10-07, are available for public inspection and may be examined during normal business hours at the city offices of Taylorsville, 2600 West Taylorsville Boulevard, Telephone 801-963-5400.
When:
April 21, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Taylorsville City Council Chambers
Taylorsville City Hall
2600 West Taylorsville Blvd. (5325 South)
DRAFT ORDINANCE:
8.12.140: DOMESTIC CHICKEN PERMIT:
A. Where permitted by the zoning ordinance, persons may keep domestic chickens on single-family owner occupied residential and agricultural lots in accordance with the provisions of this ordinance:
1. It is unlawful for any person to keep domestic chickens without first making application for and obtaining a domestic chicken permit.
2. It is unlawful for any person who is the owner, keeper, or temporary custodian of any domestic chicken to allow the animal(s) to be at large, off the premises or outside the approved enclosure.
3. It is unlawful for any person to keep and maintain in an unclean or unsanitary condition any coop, enclosure or other structure or area in which any domestic chicken is kept. All droppings must be cleaned at least once a week.
4. It is unlawful for the owner or keeper of any domestic chicken to allow the animals(s) to be a nuisance to any neighbor, including but not limited to creating noxious odors from the animals, their waste, coop, or related structure or generating noise of a loud and persistent nature.
5. All places where any domestic chickens are kept shall be subject to inspection prior to a permit being issued for cleanliness, health, and sanitation purposes by a code enforcement official, animal control officer, or representative of the Salt Lake Valley Health Department. A code enforcement official, animal control officer, or representative of the Salt Lake Valley Health Department shall also be authorized to inspect any property where domestic chickens are kept based on any complaint or observation that the requirements of this chapter or conditional use permit requirement are in violation.
6. Only female chickens may be kept. No ducks, geese, turkeys, peafowl, crowing hens, or roosters may be kept. No other bird species shall be kept except as provided by Taylorsville City Code and birds normally and generally considered household or indoor pets.
7. Chicken coops shall be considered accessory buildings and are subject to the area provisions of the Taylorsville Zoning Ordinance. Height and setback provisions shall be determined by this section but shall in no cases violate setback or height limitations of the zoning ordinance.
8. Chickens shall have access to feed and water at all times in an area that is protected from wild birds, rodents, and other predators. Any stored feed must be kept in a rodent and predator proof container.
9. Domestic chickens shall be for personal use only. The selling of eggs or fertilizer or the breeding of chickens for commercial use is prohibited.
10. The slaughtering of domestic chickens on the premises is prohibited.
11. Dead birds and rotting eggs shall be removed within 24 hours and properly disposed.
12. All domestic chicken permits are subject to review upon substantiated and unresolved complaint.
13. Enclosure Standards
i. Chickens must be contained within an enclosure or fenced area at all times.
ii. Domestic chicken enclosures shall be contained entirely in the rear yard. No enclosures will be permitted in any front or side yard.
iii. All enclosures shall have a maximum opening of 2 ½ inches.
14. Coop Standards
i. Any domestic chicken shall be provided a covered, predator-proof and well-ventilated henhouse that must be impermeable to rodents, wild birds, and predators including dogs and cats. The coop shall provide a minimum of three (3) square feet per animal and be of sufficient size to admit free movement.
ii. Domestic chicken coops shall be located within the enclosure and be contained entirely in the rear yard. No coops will be permitted in any front or side yard.
iii. All chicken coops shall be placed at least 10 feet from the nearest habitable structure.
iv. Chicken coops shall be maintained in good condition
v. Chicken coops shall be constructed such that
1. It is free standing
2. Is easily accessible for cleaning and maintenance
3. Is enclosed on all sides and has a roof and door(s)
4. Doors must be able to be shut and locked
5. No chicken coop shall exceed eight feet in height
6. The coop shall be elevated off the ground at least 12 inches or covered with predator and bird proof wire with a maximum opening of ¼ inch. (or) The wire shall be buried at least 3 inches and bent outward at least another 24 inches to prevent rodents from burrowing into the structure
7. All openings and vents shall be covered with predator and bird proof wire with a maximum opening of ¼ inch.
15. Domestic Chicken Permit Application Requirements.
i. Prior to the issuance of any Domestic chicken permit, applicant shall submit the following information.
1. A completed and signed application
2. Appropriate fee
3. A site plan showing the exact location of the enclosure and coop, including measured distances from all dwellings and property lines, including buildings on adjacent properties.
4. A photograph or illustration of the proposed enclosure and coop, including construction materials, height, and other dimensions
5. Signed consent to an on-site inspection of all enclosures, coops and surroundings.
16. Side and rear setbacks and maximum numbers of chickens:
Maximum number of chickens Minimum distance between chicken coop and any side property line Minimum distance between chicken coop and any back yard property line
0 Less than 20 feet 10 feet
4 20 to 25 feet 10 feet
5 25.01 to 30 feet 10 feet
6 30.01 to 35 feet 10 feet
7 35.01 to 40 feet 10 feet
8 40.01 to 45 feet 10 feet
9 45.01 to 50 feet 10 feet
10 50.01 or more 10 feet
Zoning Ordinance
Domestic Chicken Permit - Conditional Use in the following zones:
R-1-6; R-1-7; R-1-8; R-1-10; R-1-15; R-1-21; R-1-43
Definitions:
13.04.132 Coop: Coop means a structure for the sheltering of female chickens.
13.04.196 Enclosure: Enclosure means a fence or sturdy wire enclosure containing a coop (henhouse) for the purpose of allowing chickens to exit the henhouse while remaining in an enclosed, predator-safe environment.
Mark E. McGrath, AICP
City of Taylorsville ▪ Community Development Director
2600 West Taylorsville Boulevard ▪ Taylorsville, Utah 84118
(801) 963-5400 ▪ [email protected]
Information contained in this e-mail message is privileged and/or confidential and intended only for the receipt by and use of the individual to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately notify The City of Taylorsville by telephone and delete this message from your computer.
