Chicago Tonight covered urban ag in this fun piece. They focused on goats and touched on bees and (of course!) chickens!
Posts Tagged ‘city’
15 Jun
Chickens, Now Goats, in the City!
My friend Carolyn lives in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, with her husband, son, chickens, dogs, garden, and … goats. She has two milking goats that she breeds every year. With the milk she makes fresh cheese.
Carolyn’s goats were featured in Chicago Farm and Table! Check them out!
17 Apr
Chicken Ordinance Report
In February of 2010, students of Dr. Hugh Bartling at DePaul University conducted a survey of more than 20 U.S. municipalities that allow chickens. The survey focused on how the laws were implemented and the issues that arose. Read the original report here.
17 Apr
Iowa City Joins the Backyard Chicken Movement
I got a call yesterday from the University of Iowa and spoke to a reporter who documented the Iowa City chicken-keeping efforts in this article, published online today (4/17/2012).
This movement was seeded by a former chicken keeper from Albuquerque who wanted backyard hens at her new home.
“Everyone comes to the table with different reasons [for urban chicken keeping],” said LaBadie, who organized several chicken-keeping groups in Albuquerque. “… But it’s not like it’s a brand-new thing. They’re allowed in New York City, Los Angeles, Albuquerque, and larger urban areas. I feel like they could work in Iowa City.”
Go, Iowa!
10 Apr
Annapolis, MD, Approves Chickens
After a particularly protracted debated, which lasted until 1 AM, Annapolis, MD, city council approved chicken keeping.
…the most recent bill allowed for up to five chickens per residence and requires a setback of 5 feet from the property line. All coops must comply with building codes. There will be no roosters allowed, only chickens*. And this legislation has a sunset clause of three years. If the council takes no further action, chickens will once again be banished from the City.
To read more, check out the original article.
*The author means hens. Chicken refers to both genders; hen is female, rooster is male.
27 Jan
Backyard Poultry Magazine on Legalizing Chickens
Many of you have been asking about how to legalize chickens in your community. Backyard Poultry magazine has a great article with tips and pointers on making hens legal in your area of residence! Read more about this here!
26 Jan
Toronto Eyes Backyard Hens, Eh?
In Toronto, laws currently ban backyard hens; however, according to a Canadian Press report dated Jan. 5, 2012, the city’s licensing and standards committee is voting on whether or not to consider a step toward lifting the ban. Continue reading more.
23 Sep
Atlantic Cities Article Introduces the Urban Chicken Consultant
Atlantic Cities contributor Emily Badger wrote this delightful account of my chicken consulting saga!
Enjoy meeting the urban chicken consultant!
13 Sep
Information Useful in Amending Chicken-Keeping Ordinances
Folks often call me about changing their city’s chicken legislation, and I can provide some ideas, tips, and pointers. This Chicago Chicken Enthusiasts page is a great source of information on changing city codes and engaging in debates around keeping chickens. This page contains:
- Model municipal codes (Illinois and other states)
- Response to common concerns about chicken-keeping in an urban setting
- Draft ordinance for Chicago
Check out the rest of the info on the site, too!
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