{ "topic": "backyard-hens", "label": "Backyard hens & livestock", "question": "Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?", "jurisdiction": "Alberta", "country": "CA", "source": "https://govanswers.org/ca/ab/backyard-hens/", "municipalities": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-000162", "name": "Acme", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/acme/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/acme/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/acme/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Acme Land Use Bylaw #2022-02", "document_number": "2022-02", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/acme/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-02/", "answer": "In the Village of Acme, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Acme Land Use Bylaw #2022-02, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: The keeping of livestock in this district shall not be permitted." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000163", "name": "Airdrie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/airdrie/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/airdrie/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/airdrie/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Airdrie Animal Control Bylaw B-33/2016 (office consolidation, includes amendments to Dec 18, 2023)", "document_number": "B-33/2016", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/airdrie/backyard-hens/bylaw-b-33-2016/", "answer": "In the City of Airdrie, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Airdrie Animal Control Bylaw B-33/2016 (office consolidation, includes amendments to Dec 18, 2023), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock only allowed in land use districts where permitted/discretionary; horses not in Park/Pathway/Highway unless City Manager permits. Permit or licence: Approval under Land Use Bylaw / Urban Agriculture Program required for Prohibited Animals; no fee stated. Setback: not less than one (1) metre from property line; not less than five (5) metres from adjacent Dwelling Unit." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000164", "name": "Alberta Beach", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/alberta-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/alberta-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/alberta-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Alberta Beach Animal Control Bylaw #291-23", "document_number": "291-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/alberta-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-291-23/", "answer": "In the Village of Alberta Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Alberta Beach Animal Control Bylaw #291-23 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock on any residentially zoned Property in the Village. Permit or licence: Dog licence required; fee per Fees and Charges Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000165", "name": "Alix", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/alix/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/alix/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/alix/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Alix Bylaw No. 460/20 – Urban Chicken Bylaw (Amended)", "document_number": "460/20", "adopted_date": "2020-09-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/alix/backyard-hens/bylaw-460-20/", "answer": "In the Village of Alix, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Alix Bylaw No. 460/20 – Urban Chicken Bylaw (Amended), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Chicken License required; license fee of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) each year a license is issued or renewed." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000166", "name": "Alliance", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/alliance/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/alliance/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/alliance/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Alliance Bylaw #2024-04 – Keeping and Controlling of Animals", "document_number": "2024-04", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/alliance/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-04/", "answer": "In the Village of Alliance, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Alliance Bylaw #2024-04 – Keeping and Controlling of Animals, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Unlawful to harbour any large mammal or young on occupied land/premises, except grazing livestock on land remaining in agricultural use." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000168", "name": "Andrew", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/andrew/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/andrew/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/andrew/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Andrew Bylaw No. 2026-006 – Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw", "document_number": "2026-006", "adopted_date": "2026-08-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/andrew/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-006/", "answer": "In the Village of Andrew, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Andrew Bylaw No. 2026-006 – Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 5 chickens. Setback: one and one half (1 1/2) meters from the nearest property. Livestock rule: No animals other than domestic pets shall be allowed in Residential Districts." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000170", "name": "Arrowwood", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/arrowwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/arrowwood/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/arrowwood/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Arrowwood Bylaw 473 – Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": "473", "adopted_date": "2019-11-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/arrowwood/backyard-hens/bylaw-473/", "answer": "In the Village of Arrowwood, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Arrowwood Bylaw 473 – Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock operations not prohibited in Industrial, Public, and Urban Reserve areas; horses max 3 per 0.501 hectares." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000171", "name": "Athabasca", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/athabasca/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/athabasca/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/athabasca/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Athabasca Backyard Hen Bylaw No. 011-2022", "document_number": "011-2022", "adopted_date": "2022-12-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/athabasca/backyard-hens/bylaw-011-2022/", "answer": "In the Town of Athabasca, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Athabasca Backyard Hen Bylaw No. 011-2022, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Hen licence required; annual fee $40.00. Setback: minimum 5 feet from any lot line; minimum 10 feet from a dwelling." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000174", "name": "Barnwell", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/barnwell/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/barnwell/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/barnwell/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Barnwell Animal Regulations Bylaw No. 3-20", "document_number": "3-20", "adopted_date": "2021-02-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/barnwell/backyard-hens/regulations-3-20/", "answer": "In the Village of Barnwell, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Barnwell Animal Regulations Bylaw No. 3-20, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock within Village except on Transitional-zoned lands >1.9 acres with 1-acre roaming pen; securely enclosed; numbers per Schedule A." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000175", "name": "Barons", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/barons/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/barons/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/barons/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Barons Urban Hen Bylaw No. 746 (as amended by Bylaw No. 755)", "document_number": "746", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/barons/backyard-hens/bylaw-746/", "answer": "In the Village of Barons, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Barons Urban Hen Bylaw No. 746 (as amended by Bylaw No. 755), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Livestock rule: agricultural operations, including but not limited to the keeping of livestock, are neither a permitted or discretionary use. Permit or licence: Urban Hen Licence required; annual fee Fifty Dollars ($50.00)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000176", "name": "Barrhead", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/barrhead/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/barrhead/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/barrhead/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Barrhead Animal Control Bylaw No. 01-2026", "document_number": "01-2026", "adopted_date": "2026-02-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/barrhead/backyard-hens/bylaw-01-2026/", "answer": "In the Town of Barrhead, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Barrhead Animal Control Bylaw No. 01-2026, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 6 hens. Permit or licence: Urban Hen Permit required; $50.00. Setback: 0.9 m (3 ft) from property line for coop and run; 3.0 m (9.8 ft) from dwellings on adjacent lots." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000178", "name": "Bassano", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/bassano/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bassano/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bassano/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Bassano Urban Hen Bylaw No. 957/26", "document_number": "957/26", "adopted_date": "2026-05-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bassano/backyard-hens/bylaw-957-26/", "answer": "In the Town of Bassano, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Bassano Urban Hen Bylaw No. 957/26, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to six (6) urban hens. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither a permitted or discretionary use in the Urban Area. Setback: Minimum 3.0m (9.84 ft.) from a dwelling; 1.2m (4.0 ft.) from a side yard; 1.5m (5.0 ft.) from the rear yard." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000182", "name": "Beaverlodge", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/beaverlodge/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/beaverlodge/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/beaverlodge/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Beaverlodge Animal Control Bylaw No. 1032", "document_number": "1032", "adopted_date": "2024-11-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/beaverlodge/backyard-hens/bylaw-1032/", "answer": "In the Town of Beaverlodge, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Beaverlodge Animal Control Bylaw No. 1032, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep a Large Animal or young on premises with a municipal address in Town; exception for land zoned AG or grandfathered horses." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000183", "name": "Beiseker", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/beiseker/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/beiseker/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/beiseker/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 2022-05 Urban Hen", "document_number": "2022-05", "adopted_date": "2022-05-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/beiseker/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-05/", "answer": "In the Village of Beiseker, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 2022-05 Urban Hen, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6). Livestock rule: No person shall keep any other Livestock or Poultry other than a Hen with a valid Urban Hen License. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; application fee $60.00; annual fee $30.00; late penalty $60.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000186", "name": "Betula Beach", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/betula-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/betula-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/betula-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Betula Beach Land Use Bylaw 01-2026", "document_number": "01-2026", "adopted_date": "2026-03-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/betula-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-01-2026/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Betula Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Betula Beach Land Use Bylaw 01-2026, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: The keeping of livestock and poultry within the Summer Village is prohibited." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000187", "name": "Big Lakes County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/big-lakes-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/big-lakes-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/big-lakes-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Big Lakes County Land Use Bylaw No. 26-2024", "document_number": "26-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/big-lakes-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-26-2024/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Big Lakes County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Big Lakes County Land Use Bylaw No. 26-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 12. Livestock rule: In Country Residential District, livestock limited by animal-unit table; parcels under 0.4 ha allow only ducks, hens, household pets. Permit or licence: Discretionary use development permit required for keeping animals not in accordance with s.4.33(c); no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000191", "name": "Birchcliff", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/birchcliff/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/birchcliff/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/birchcliff/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Birchcliff Livestock Bylaw No. 201/17", "document_number": "201/17", "adopted_date": "2017-11-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/birchcliff/backyard-hens/bylaw-201-17/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Birchcliff, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Birchcliff Livestock Bylaw No. 201/17, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) Hens per Detached Dwelling unit. Livestock rule: Livestock (including horses) require exclusive written permission of Council; otherwise an offence." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000193", "name": "Blackfalds", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/blackfalds/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/blackfalds/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/blackfalds/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Blackfalds Urban Hen Bylaw No. 1324.25", "document_number": "1324.25", "adopted_date": "2025-01-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/blackfalds/backyard-hens/bylaw-1324-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Blackfalds, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Blackfalds Urban Hen Bylaw No. 1324.25, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) Urban Hens. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including but not limited to the keeping of livestock are neither a permitted nor discretionary use under the Town's Land Use Bylaw. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; annual fee $70.00, not prorated; register all Urban Hens with the Province through the Premise Identification (PID) Program." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000194", "name": "Bon Accord", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/bon-accord/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bon-accord/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bon-accord/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Bon Accord Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-05", "document_number": "2025-05", "adopted_date": "2025-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bon-accord/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-05/", "answer": "In the Town of Bon Accord, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Bon Accord Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-05, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Laying Hens Licence or Urban Beekeeping Licence required; New Application and Renewal Fee $35.00; beekeeper registered with provincial apiculturist." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000195", "name": "Bondiss", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/bondiss/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bondiss/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bondiss/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Bondiss Land Use Bylaw No. 5-24", "document_number": "5-24", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bondiss/backyard-hens/bylaw-5-24/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Bondiss, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Bondiss Land Use Bylaw No. 5-24, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No fur bearing animals, fowl, or livestock other than domestic pets shall be permitted on parcels lying within the municipality." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000196", "name": "Bonnyville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/bonnyville/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bonnyville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bonnyville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Bonnyville Land Use Bylaw No. 1447-16", "document_number": "1447-16", "adopted_date": "2016-04-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bonnyville/backyard-hens/bylaw-1447-16/", "answer": "In the Town of Bonnyville, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Bonnyville Land Use Bylaw No. 1447-16, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any livestock within the municipality unless previously approved by Council or its delegates." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000197", "name": "Bonnyville Beach", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/bonnyville-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bonnyville-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bonnyville-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Bonnyville Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 166-2020", "document_number": "166-2020", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bonnyville-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-166-2020/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Bonnyville Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Bonnyville Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 166-2020, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No fur bearing animals, or livestock other than domestic pets shall be permitted within the summer village." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000198", "name": "Bow Island", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/bow-island/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bow-island/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bow-island/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Bow Island Urban Hen Bylaw No. 2026_03", "document_number": "2026_03", "adopted_date": "2026-03-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bow-island/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-03/", "answer": "In the Town of Bow Island, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Bow Island Urban Hen Bylaw No. 2026_03, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to four (4) urban hens. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including but not limited to the keeping of livestock, are neither a permitted or discretionary use under Bylaws of the Town. Permit or licence: Urban hen licence required; annual fee as set out in current Town of Bow Island Fees and Rates Bylaw; PID registration required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000200", "name": "Boyle", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/boyle/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/boyle/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/boyle/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Boyle Land Use Bylaw 04-23, Schedule A", "document_number": "04-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/boyle/backyard-hens/bylaw-04-23/", "answer": "In the Village of Boyle, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Boyle Land Use Bylaw 04-23, Schedule A, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock or animals other than domestic pets may be raised, bred or kept, except short-term holding for approved Abattoir or Veterinary Clinic." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000202", "name": "Breton", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/breton/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/breton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/breton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Breton Animal Control Bylaw 22-06, Schedule E (Urban Hens Program)", "document_number": "22-06", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/breton/backyard-hens/bylaw-22-06/", "answer": "In the Village of Breton, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Breton Animal Control Bylaw 22-06, Schedule E (Urban Hens Program), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) hens. Permit or licence: Urban Hens Licence required; $25 annual Urban Hens Licencing fee. Setback: At least 1 metre from a property line where there is an adjacent neighbour." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000203", "name": "Brooks", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/brooks/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/brooks/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/brooks/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Brooks Animal Control Bylaw 25/07, Section 31 (Urban Hens)", "document_number": "25/07", "adopted_date": "2025-06-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/brooks/backyard-hens/bylaw-25-07/", "answer": "In the City of Brooks, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Brooks Animal Control Bylaw 25/07, Section 31 (Urban Hens), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6). Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock in any area of the City of Brooks without prior permission from the Chief Administrative Officer. Permit or licence: Hen Licence required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000204", "name": "Bruderheim", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/bruderheim/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/bruderheim/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/bruderheim/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Bruderheim Urban Hen Bylaw 18-2026", "document_number": "18-2026", "adopted_date": "2026-08-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/bruderheim/backyard-hens/bylaw-18-2026/", "answer": "In the Town of Bruderheim, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Bruderheim Urban Hen Bylaw 18-2026, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 6. Livestock rule: In Urban Area, agricultural operations including keeping livestock are neither permitted nor discretionary; livestock excludes urban hens. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000205", "name": "Burnstick Lake", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/burnstick-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/burnstick-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/burnstick-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Burnstick Lake Land Use Bylaw 94-2023", "document_number": "94-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-07-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/burnstick-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-94-2023/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Burnstick Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Burnstick Lake Land Use Bylaw 94-2023, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or maintain in their yards any fur bearing animals, fowl or livestock other than domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000206", "name": "Calgary", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/calgary/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/calgary/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/calgary/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Calgary Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 47M2021, Part 4 (Urban Livestock)", "document_number": "47M2021", "adopted_date": "2021-06-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/calgary/backyard-hens/bylaw-47m2021/", "answer": "In the City of Calgary, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Calgary Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 47M2021, Part 4 (Urban Livestock), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) hens without approval of the Director." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000207", "name": "Calmar", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/calmar/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/calmar/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/calmar/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Calmar Urban Hens Bylaw 2023-07", "document_number": "2023-07", "adopted_date": "2023-02-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/calmar/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-07/", "answer": "In the Town of Calmar, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Calmar Urban Hens Bylaw 2023-07, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 4. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; application fee and renewed yearly fee as per the Fees and Charges Bylaw. Setback: minimum 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) from each property boundary; 3,0 m from all dwelling windows and doors." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000208", "name": "Camrose", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/camrose/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/camrose/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/camrose/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Camrose Land Use Bylaw 3222-22, Section 9.21", "document_number": "3222-22", "adopted_date": "2022-12-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/camrose/backyard-hens/bylaw-3222-22/", "answer": "The City of Camrose, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: City of Camrose Land Use Bylaw 3222-22, Section 9.21, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000209", "name": "Camrose County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/camrose-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/camrose-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/camrose-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Camrose County Land Use Bylaw 1541, Section 625 (Keeping of Animals)", "document_number": "1541", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/camrose-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-1541/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Camrose County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Camrose County Land Use Bylaw 1541, Section 625 (Keeping of Animals), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock on CR lots 1 ha or less; over 1 ha, two animal units per hectare. No livestock in hamlet/Lake Resort except Agricultural." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000210", "name": "Canmore", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/canmore/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/canmore/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/canmore/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Canmore Animal Control Bylaw 2024-03", "document_number": "2024-03", "adopted_date": "2024-03-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/canmore/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-03/", "answer": "In the Town of Canmore, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Canmore Animal Control Bylaw 2024-03, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No Person shall own or keep a Prohibited Animal; Prohibited Animal includes cow, goat, pig, or sheep." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000211", "name": "Carbon", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/carbon/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/carbon/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/carbon/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 2024-873 Urban Hens", "document_number": "2024-873", "adopted_date": "2024-07-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/carbon/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-873/", "answer": "In the Village of Carbon, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 2024-873 Urban Hens, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 2. Livestock rule: Urban Area means lands where agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither permitted nor discretionary under Land Use Bylaw. Permit or licence: Chicken License required; licence fee of $35.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000212", "name": "Cardston", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/cardston/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/cardston/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/cardston/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Cardston Bylaw 1696 - Animal Bylaw", "document_number": "1696", "adopted_date": "2021-08-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/cardston/backyard-hens/bylaw-1696/", "answer": "In the Town of Cardston, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Cardston Bylaw 1696 - Animal Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any Livestock Animal in any part of the corporate limits of the Town of Cardston without first obtaining a permit. Permit or licence: Livestock Animal permit required; Animal Permit fee $15." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000214", "name": "Carmangay", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/carmangay/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/carmangay/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/carmangay/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Carmangay Bylaw #814 - Animals in the Village", "document_number": "814", "adopted_date": "2022-02-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/carmangay/backyard-hens/bylaw-814/", "answer": "In the Village of Carmangay, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Carmangay Bylaw #814 - Animals in the Village, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to (3) urban hens. Livestock rule: Livestock prohibited in Village except exceptions; horses only on specified parcels. Permit or licence: Urban hen license required; annual fee as set out in Bylaw #817 - Fees, Fines and Charges." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000215", "name": "Carstairs", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/carstairs/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/carstairs/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/carstairs/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Carstairs Bylaw 1081 - Livestock Control Bylaw - Amended", "document_number": "1081", "adopted_date": "2024-10-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/carstairs/backyard-hens/bylaw-1081/", "answer": "In the Town of Carstairs, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Carstairs Bylaw 1081 - Livestock Control Bylaw - Amended, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock prohibited in any area except where allowed under Land Use Bylaw or Council approval; no riding/driving cows or horses on sidewalks. Permit or licence: Residential Urban Beekeeping application form must be completed and approved prior to having a hive." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000217", "name": "Castor", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/castor/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/castor/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/castor/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Castor Bylaw No. 1050 - Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": "1050", "adopted_date": "2017-07-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/castor/backyard-hens/bylaw-1050/", "answer": "In the Town of Castor, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Castor Bylaw No. 1050 - Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No keeping Livestock within Town unless expressly permitted by valid development permit under Land Use Bylaw. Permit or licence: valid development permit issued pursuant to the Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000219", "name": "Chauvin", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/chauvin/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/chauvin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/chauvin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Chauvin Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2018-02-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/chauvin/backyard-hens/village-of-chauvin-animal-control-bylaw/", "answer": "In the Village of Chauvin, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Chauvin Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock kept in Commercial or Residential zones; horses may be tethered overnight with Council permission. Permit or licence: Domestic pet license required; annual fee: Spade/Neutered Animal $5.00 per animal; Non Spade/Neutered Animal $25.00 per animal." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000220", "name": "Chestermere", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/chestermere/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/chestermere/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/chestermere/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Chestermere Bylaw #025-24 - Animal Control Bylaw", "document_number": "025-24", "adopted_date": "2025-05-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/chestermere/backyard-hens/bylaw-025-24/", "answer": "In the City of Chestermere, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Chestermere Bylaw #025-24 - Animal Control Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six. Livestock rule: Livestock only in Urban Transition (UT) and Large Lot Rural (LLR) land use districts." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000222", "name": "Claresholm", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/claresholm/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/claresholm/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/claresholm/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Claresholm Bylaw #1747 - Livestock Bylaw", "document_number": "1747", "adopted_date": "2023-05-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/claresholm/backyard-hens/bylaw-1747/", "answer": "In the Town of Claresholm, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Claresholm Bylaw #1747 - Livestock Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock prohibited except exemptions; equine allowed in A/T, R1, R3 with acreage limits: 0-1.49 none; 1.50-2.49 two; 2.50-3.49 three; 3.50+ four. Permit or licence: Urban Hen Coop License required; $50.00 per year; Premises Identification (PID) required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000223", "name": "Clear Hills County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/clear-hills-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/clear-hills-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/clear-hills-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Clear Hills County Poultry Bylaw No. 283-24", "document_number": "283-24", "adopted_date": "2023-11-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/clear-hills-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-283-24/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Clear Hills County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Clear Hills County Poultry Bylaw No. 283-24, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than six (6) hens. Permit or licence: Development permit required prior to erection; provincial Premises Identification (PIO) number within 30 days." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000224", "name": "Clearwater County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/clearwater-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/clearwater-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/clearwater-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Clearwater County Chicken Bylaw 1020/17", "document_number": "1020/17", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/clearwater-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-1020-17/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Clearwater County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Clearwater County Chicken Bylaw 1020/17, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) chickens. Permit or licence: Chicken licence required; bi-annual chicken license fee $25.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000225", "name": "Clive", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/clive/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/clive/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/clive/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Urban Hen Bylaw #552-21", "document_number": "552-21", "adopted_date": "2021-10-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/clive/backyard-hens/bylaw-552-21/", "answer": "In the Village of Clive, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Urban Hen Bylaw #552-21, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6). Permit or licence: Chicken License required; fee as set out in Rates and Fees Bylaw #530-19 as amended each year a license is issued or renewed. Setback: no less than 1.0 m (3.3 ft) from the side and rear boundaries." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000226", "name": "Clyde", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/clyde/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/clyde/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/clyde/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Clyde Bylaw No. 2024-03-02 Urban Chickens and Other Unique Pets Bylaw", "document_number": "2024-03-02", "adopted_date": "2024-06-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/clyde/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-03-02/", "answer": "In the Village of Clyde, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Clyde Bylaw No. 2024-03-02 Urban Chickens and Other Unique Pets Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Chicken and other unique pets license required; annual fee as identified in the Village of Clyde Rates and Fees Bylaw. Setback: minimum 5 feet from any lot line; minimum 10 feet from a dwelling." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000227", "name": "Coaldale", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/coaldale/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/coaldale/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/coaldale/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Coaldale Domestic Animal Bylaw No. 862-R-01-23", "document_number": "862-R-01-23", "adopted_date": "2023-05-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/coaldale/backyard-hens/bylaw-862-r-01-23/", "answer": "In the Town of Coaldale, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Coaldale Domestic Animal Bylaw No. 862-R-01-23, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock unless within the locations listed in s. 3.a. Permit or licence: Written permission from Town required for two goats on property larger than 1 acre; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000228", "name": "Coalhurst", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/coalhurst/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/coalhurst/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/coalhurst/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Coalhurst Urban Hen Bylaw No. 431-21", "document_number": "431-21", "adopted_date": "2022-01-18", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/coalhurst/backyard-hens/bylaw-431-21/", "answer": "In the Town of Coalhurst, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Coalhurst Urban Hen Bylaw No. 431-21, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to five (5) urban hens. Livestock rule: Urban Area means lands where agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither a permitted nor discretionary use under Town Bylaws. Permit or licence: Urban hen licence required; annual fee Thirty Dollars ($30.00)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000229", "name": "Cochrane", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/cochrane/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/cochrane/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/cochrane/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Cochrane Animal Bylaw No. 04/2016", "document_number": "04/2016", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/cochrane/backyard-hens/bylaw-04-2016/", "answer": "In the Town of Cochrane, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Cochrane Animal Bylaw No. 04/2016, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock in any area of the Town except where allowed under the Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000230", "name": "Cold Lake", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/cold-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/cold-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/cold-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "704-AD-21, Urban Hen Keeping Bylaw (Unofficial Consolidation as of November 28, 2023)", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2021-05-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/cold-lake/backyard-hens/704-ad-21-urban-hen-keeping-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Cold Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by 704-AD-21, Urban Hen Keeping Bylaw (Unofficial Consolidation as of November 28, 2023) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: maximum of four (4) Hens. Permit or licence: Hen License required; Hen License Fee $30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000231", "name": "Consort", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/consort/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/consort/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/consort/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Consort Animal Control Bylaw #A-808", "document_number": "A-808", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/consort/backyard-hens/bylaw-a-808/", "answer": "In the Village of Consort, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Consort Animal Control Bylaw #A-808, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Bovine, equine, porcine, reptilian or ruminant animals prohibited unless property exceeds one acre and Council approves." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000233", "name": "County of Barrhead No. 11", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-barrhead-no-11/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-barrhead-no-11/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-barrhead-no-11/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Barrhead No. 11 Animal Control Bylaw No. 5-2024", "document_number": "11", "adopted_date": "2024-07-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-barrhead-no-11/backyard-hens/bylaw-11/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Barrhead No. 11, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Barrhead No. 11 Animal Control Bylaw No. 5-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 10 chickens. Permit or licence: Premise Identification (PID) Number required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000234", "name": "County of Forty Mile No. 8", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-forty-mile-no-8/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-forty-mile-no-8/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-forty-mile-no-8/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Forty Mile No. 8 Land Use Bylaw No. 10/2009, Section 45", "document_number": "8", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-forty-mile-no-8/backyard-hens/bylaw-8/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Forty Mile No. 8, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Forty Mile No. 8 Land Use Bylaw No. 10/2009, Section 45, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 125.0 per livestock manure equivalent. Livestock rule: On country residential parcels <40 acres, number of livestock permitted without a Development Permit shall not exceed 1 livestock manure equivalent per acre. Permit or licence: Development Permit required for keeping livestock not in accordance with s. 45(1) or 45(2); no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000235", "name": "County of Grande Prairie No. 1", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-grande-prairie-no-1/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-grande-prairie-no-1/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-grande-prairie-no-1/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Land Use Bylaw #2680", "document_number": "1", "adopted_date": "2003-06-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-grande-prairie-no-1/backyard-hens/bylaw-1/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Grande Prairie No. 1, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Land Use Bylaw #2680, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No more than one horse and foal under 6 months of age per acre or part thereof, to a maximum of three horses." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000236", "name": "County of Minburn No. 27", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-minburn-no-27/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-minburn-no-27/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-minburn-no-27/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Minburn No. 27 Land Use Bylaw No. 1348-24", "document_number": "27", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-minburn-no-27/backyard-hens/bylaw-27/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Minburn No. 27, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Minburn No. 27 Land Use Bylaw No. 1348-24, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: eight (8). Permit or licence: Development permit required for Backyard Hens and Beekeeping in Residential Land Use District. Setback: Beehives: same setbacks for Accessory Buildings in a given District (no closer than 2.0 m (6.5 ft.) to rear or side lot line)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000238", "name": "County of Northern Lights", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-northern-lights/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-northern-lights/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-northern-lights/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Northern Lights Bylaw No. 21-61-458 (Chickens and Solar Panels)", "document_number": "21-61-458", "adopted_date": "2021-08-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-northern-lights/backyard-hens/bylaw-21-61-458/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Northern Lights, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Northern Lights Bylaw No. 21-61-458 (Chickens and Solar Panels), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 10. Permit or licence: Development Permit and Premises Identification (PID) registration required. Setback: side and rear yard setbacks as a standard Accessory Building." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000239", "name": "County of Paintearth No. 18", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-paintearth-no-18/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-paintearth-no-18/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-paintearth-no-18/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Paintearth No. 18 Land Use Bylaw #698-21 (amended and updated July 15, 2025)", "document_number": "18", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-paintearth-no-18/backyard-hens/bylaw-18/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Paintearth No. 18, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Paintearth No. 18 Land Use Bylaw #698-21 (amended and updated July 15, 2025), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Hamlet Residential: livestock per Appendix B or Municipal Planning Commission approval; Country Residential: one animal unit per 2.5 acres. Permit or licence: No permit required for beekeeping if conditions met; otherwise discretionary use; no fee stated. Setback: Hives: at least 250 m from any residence or public place; at least 3 m from any property line." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000240", "name": "County of St. Paul No. 19", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-st-paul-no-19/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-st-paul-no-19/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-st-paul-no-19/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of St. Paul No. 19 Keeping of Animals Bylaw 2023-06", "document_number": "19", "adopted_date": "2023-03-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-st-paul-no-19/backyard-hens/bylaw-19/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of St. Paul No. 19, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of St. Paul No. 19 Keeping of Animals Bylaw 2023-06, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: twelve (12) poultry/fowl. Livestock rule: No livestock except dogs, cats, and max 2 pot bellied pigs or domestic pets on lots under 1.2 ha; CR1 livestock by animal units. Permit or licence: Development and building permits required if poultry/fowl house exceeds 13.9 square metres (150 square feet)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000241", "name": "County of Stettler No. 6", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-stettler-no-6/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-stettler-no-6/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-stettler-no-6/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Stettler No. 6 Animal Control Bylaw 1741-25", "document_number": "6", "adopted_date": "2025-09-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-stettler-no-6/backyard-hens/bylaw-6/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Stettler No. 6, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Stettler No. 6 Animal Control Bylaw 1741-25 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Apiculture permit required; fee $100.00; application must include Provincial beekeeper registration number." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000242", "name": "County of Two Hills No. 21", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-two-hills-no-21/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-two-hills-no-21/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-two-hills-no-21/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Two Hills No. 21 Land Use Bylaw 2-2018", "document_number": "21", "adopted_date": "2019-01-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-two-hills-no-21/backyard-hens/bylaw-21/", "answer": "The Municipal District of County of Two Hills No. 21, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: County of Two Hills No. 21 Land Use Bylaw 2-2018, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000243", "name": "County of Vermilion River", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-vermilion-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-vermilion-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-vermilion-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Vermilion River Land Use Bylaw 19-02 (consolidated March 2026)", "document_number": "19-02", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-vermilion-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-19-02/", "answer": "The Municipal District of County of Vermilion River, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: County of Vermilion River Land Use Bylaw 19-02 (consolidated March 2026), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000244", "name": "County of Warner No. 5", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-warner-no-5/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/county-of-warner-no-5/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/county-of-warner-no-5/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "County of Warner No. 5 Animal Control Bylaw 925-16", "document_number": "5", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/county-of-warner-no-5/backyard-hens/bylaw-5/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of County of Warner No. 5, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by County of Warner No. 5 Animal Control Bylaw 925-16, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 10 fowl per lot. Livestock rule: Without obtaining consent from Council permits shall not be issued for horses, cattle, swine, donkeys, mules, oxen, sheep, goats. Permit or licence: Hamlet Animal and Fowl Application issued by the County Office." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000246", "name": "Coutts", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/coutts/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/coutts/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/coutts/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Coutts Animal Control By-Law No. 538", "document_number": "538", "adopted_date": "2014-01-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/coutts/backyard-hens/bylaw-538/", "answer": "In the Village of Coutts, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Coutts Animal Control By-Law No. 538, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock, poultry or bees, other than one pet rabbit per household, unless location is a farm or legal non-conforming farm/auction market." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000247", "name": "Cowley", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/cowley/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/cowley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/cowley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Cowley Bylaw 368-21 (Animal Control Bylaw Amendment - Chickens)", "document_number": "368-21", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/cowley/backyard-hens/bylaw-368-21/", "answer": "In the Village of Cowley, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Cowley Bylaw 368-21 (Animal Control Bylaw Amendment - Chickens), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 10 chickens." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000248", "name": "Cremona", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/cremona/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/cremona/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/cremona/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Cremona Bylaw 476-17 (Residential Community Standards)", "document_number": "476-17", "adopted_date": "2017-10-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/cremona/backyard-hens/bylaw-476-17/", "answer": "In the Village of Cremona, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Cremona Bylaw 476-17 (Residential Community Standards), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Other than urban chickens, no farm animals permitted; Urban Reserve allows three animals, more require Municipal Planning Commission approval. Permit or licence: Register with the Village for the keeping of Urban Chickens." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000249", "name": "Crossfield", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/crossfield/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/crossfield/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/crossfield/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Crossfield Urban Hen Bylaw No. 2019-04", "document_number": "2019-04", "adopted_date": "2019-01-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/crossfield/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-04/", "answer": "In the Town of Crossfield, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Crossfield Urban Hen Bylaw No. 2019-04, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: three (3). Permit or licence: Registration application and validation required; annual license fee of $20.00 per hen. Setback: minimum 3.0 m (9.8 ft) from principle dwelling; minimum 1.0 m (3.3. ft) from any property line." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000251", "name": "Cypress County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/cypress-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/cypress-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/cypress-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Cypress County Bylaw 2026/15 (Responsible Animal Ownership)", "document_number": "2026/15", "adopted_date": "2026-06-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/cypress-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-15/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Cypress County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Cypress County Bylaw 2026/15 (Responsible Animal Ownership), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Livestock rule: Livestock shall not be permitted within the Hamlet Residential (HR) or Recreation/Residential Resort (RRR) Districts of the Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000253", "name": "Daysland", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/daysland/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/daysland/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/daysland/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Daysland Land Use Bylaw No. 2016-622", "document_number": "2016-622", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/daysland/backyard-hens/bylaw-2016-622/", "answer": "The Town of Daysland, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Town of Daysland Land Use Bylaw No. 2016-622, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000255", "name": "Delia", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/delia/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/delia/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/delia/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Delia Animal Control Bylaw No. 640-2019", "document_number": "640-2019", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/delia/backyard-hens/bylaw-640-2019/", "answer": "In the Village of Delia, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Delia Animal Control Bylaw No. 640-2019, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any livestock on any property unless the property is designated as a Small Holdings Residential or Urban Reserve District. Permit or licence: Annual License Fee for all animals: $10." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000257", "name": "Diamond Valley", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/diamond-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/diamond-valley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/diamond-valley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Diamond Valley Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2025-106", "document_number": "2025-106", "adopted_date": "2025-04-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/diamond-valley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-106/", "answer": "In the Town of Diamond Valley, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Diamond Valley Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2025-106, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6). Livestock rule: Livestock prohibited within Town boundaries except as permitted; allowed where Land Use Bylaw permits keeping Livestock. Permit or licence: Registration in Backyard Hen Program required; $30 Backyard Hens Licensing fee, renewable annually by January." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000258", "name": "Didsbury", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/didsbury/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/didsbury/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/didsbury/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Didsbury Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2022-17", "document_number": "2022-17", "adopted_date": "2022-12-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/didsbury/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-17/", "answer": "In the Town of Didsbury, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Didsbury Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2022-17, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: A person must not keep Livestock in any area of the Town. Permit or licence: Urban Livestock Permit required for hens, pigeons or bee colonies; $15.00 one-time fee." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000259", "name": "Donalda", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/donalda/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/donalda/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/donalda/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Urban Bee Regulation Bylaw No. 729-2020", "document_number": "729-2020", "adopted_date": "2020-11-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/donalda/backyard-hens/regulations-729-2020/", "answer": "In the Village of Donalda, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Urban Bee Regulation Bylaw No. 729-2020 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to 6 Urban Chickens." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000260", "name": "Donnelly", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/donnelly/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/donnelly/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/donnelly/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Donnelly Animal Control Bylaw No. 23-01", "document_number": "23-01", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/donnelly/backyard-hens/bylaw-23-01/", "answer": "In the Village of Donnelly, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Donnelly Animal Control Bylaw No. 23-01, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to a maximum of six (6) hens. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or cause or suffer to be kept any bovine, equine, porcine, or ruminant animal within the corporate limits of the Village. Permit or licence: Keeping of Hens (one-time fee) $25.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000261", "name": "Drayton Valley", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/drayton-valley/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/drayton-valley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/drayton-valley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw No. 2023-03-P", "document_number": "2023-03-P", "adopted_date": "2024-05-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/drayton-valley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-03-p/", "answer": "In the Town of Drayton Valley, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw No. 2023-03-P, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: three live hens. Permit or licence: PID (Premises Identification Program) number required; permit application with prescribed fees for otherwise prohibited activities." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000262", "name": "Drumheller", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/drumheller/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/drumheller/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/drumheller/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Drumheller Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw #06.13", "document_number": "06.13", "adopted_date": "2013-02-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/drumheller/backyard-hens/bylaw-06-13/", "answer": "In the Town of Drumheller, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Drumheller Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw #06.13, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock in any area of the Town except where permitted under the Land Use Bylaw or grandfathered permission." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000263", "name": "Duchess", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/duchess/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/duchess/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/duchess/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Duchess Bylaw 531-25 (Urban Hen Bylaw)", "document_number": "531-25", "adopted_date": "2025-11-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/duchess/backyard-hens/bylaw-531-25/", "answer": "In the Village of Duchess, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Duchess Bylaw 531-25 (Urban Hen Bylaw), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to SIX (6) urban hens. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including but not limited to the keeping of livestock, are neither a permitted or discretionary use under Bylaws of the Town. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; annual urban hen license fee of Forty Dollars ($40.00); Premises Identification Number required (no fee stated)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000264", "name": "Eckville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/eckville/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/eckville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/eckville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Eckville Bylaw No. 770-20 (Urban Hen Bylaw)", "document_number": "770-20", "adopted_date": "2020-10-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/eckville/backyard-hens/bylaw-770-20/", "answer": "In the Town of Eckville, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Eckville Bylaw No. 770-20 (Urban Hen Bylaw), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: five (5). Permit or licence: Urban Hen Registration Application and annual Urban Hen License required; annual $50.00 fee. Setback: minimum 3.0 metres (9.8 ft) from principle dwelling; minimum 1.0 metre (3.3. ft) from any property line." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000265", "name": "Edberg", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/edberg/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/edberg/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/edberg/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Edberg Livestock and Poultry Bylaw No. 492-2024", "document_number": "492-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-05-29", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/edberg/backyard-hens/bylaw-492-2024/", "answer": "In the Village of Edberg, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Edberg Livestock and Poultry Bylaw No. 492-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than six (6) Hens. Livestock rule: No person shall keep within the Village any other Livestock or Poultry other than a Hen with a valid Poultry License. Permit or licence: Poultry License required; annual fee fifty ($50.00) dollars. Premises Identification Number required (no fee stated)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000266", "name": "Edgerton", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/edgerton/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/edgerton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/edgerton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Edgerton Animal Control By-Law No. 02-18", "document_number": "02-18", "adopted_date": "2018-02-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/edgerton/backyard-hens/bylaw-02-18/", "answer": "In the Village of Edgerton, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Edgerton Animal Control By-Law No. 02-18, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock in any area of the Village that is zoned Commercial or Residential." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000267", "name": "Edmonton", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/edmonton/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/edmonton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/edmonton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Edmonton Animal Care and Control Bylaw 21244, Section 39 Urban Livestock", "document_number": "21244", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/edmonton/backyard-hens/bylaw-21244/", "answer": "In the City of Edmonton, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Edmonton Animal Care and Control Bylaw 21244, Section 39 Urban Livestock, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) hens. Livestock rule: No person shall keep a Large Animal on premises within the City unless licensed; exception for Agricultural, Rural Residential or Future Urban Development zones. Permit or licence: Urban Livestock Licence required; Hen Licence $50; Bee Licence $50; annual registration under Alberta Bee Act required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000268", "name": "Edson", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/edson/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/edson/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/edson/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Edson Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw No. 2313", "document_number": "2313", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/edson/backyard-hens/bylaw-2313/", "answer": "In the Town of Edson, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Edson Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw No. 2313, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock are Prohibited Animals unless allowed by permit or zoning; unless authorized by CAO, no person will keep Prohibited Animals in Town. Permit or licence: CAO authorization required for Prohibited Animals/Livestock; all applicable fees have been paid." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000270", "name": "Elnora", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/elnora/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/elnora/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/elnora/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Elnora Bylaw No. 2025-03 (Urban Hen Bylaw)", "document_number": "2025-03", "adopted_date": "2025-05-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/elnora/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-03/", "answer": "In the Village of Elnora, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Elnora Bylaw No. 2025-03 (Urban Hen Bylaw), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Hen License required; fee prescribed in the Village Rates Bylaw, due at application and annually thereafter. Setback: same setback regulations as an accessory building in the Village's Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000273", "name": "Falher", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/falher/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/falher/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/falher/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Falher Animal Control & Licensing Bylaw No. 25-07", "document_number": "25-07", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/falher/backyard-hens/bylaw-25-07/", "answer": "In the Town of Falher, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Falher Animal Control & Licensing Bylaw No. 25-07, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or harbour Equine (Horse), Bovine (Cow), Caprine (Goats), Swine (Pig), or Large Animals within corporate limits." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000274", "name": "Flagstaff County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/flagstaff-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/flagstaff-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/flagstaff-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Flagstaff County Land Use Bylaw 01/23", "document_number": "01/23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/flagstaff-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-01-23/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Flagstaff County, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Flagstaff County Land Use Bylaw 01/23, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000275", "name": "Foothills County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/foothills-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/foothills-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/foothills-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Foothills County Land Use Bylaw No. 60/2014 (Office Consolidation)", "document_number": "60/2014", "adopted_date": "2014-12-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/foothills-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-60-2014/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Foothills County, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Foothills County Land Use Bylaw No. 60/2014 (Office Consolidation), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000277", "name": "Forestburg", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/forestburg/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/forestburg/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/forestburg/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Forestburg Land Use Bylaw 10:2012", "document_number": "10", "adopted_date": "2012-12-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/forestburg/backyard-hens/bylaw-10/", "answer": "In the Village of Forestburg, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Forestburg Land Use Bylaw 10:2012, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock other than normal domestic pets shall be kept in any district except UX or DC." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000279", "name": "Fort Saskatchewan", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/fort-saskatchewan/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/fort-saskatchewan/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/fort-saskatchewan/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Fort Saskatchewan Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw C11-24", "document_number": null, "adopted_date": "2024-11-26", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/fort-saskatchewan/backyard-hens/city-of-fort-saskatchewan-responsible-pet-ownership-bylaw/", "answer": "In the City of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Fort Saskatchewan Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw C11-24, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock, including horses, are Prohibited Animals and shall not be kept on any property in the City unless a Development Permit is issued. Permit or licence: Development Permit required for Prohibited Animals (including bees); no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000280", "name": "Fox Creek", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/fox-creek/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/fox-creek/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/fox-creek/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Fox Creek Animal Control Bylaw 630-2003", "document_number": "630-2003", "adopted_date": "2004-07-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/fox-creek/backyard-hens/bylaw-630-2003/", "answer": "In the Town of Fox Creek, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Fox Creek Animal Control Bylaw 630-2003, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall have or harbor any livestock in any public or private property within the Town." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000281", "name": "Ghost Lake", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/ghost-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/ghost-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/ghost-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Ghost Lake Land Use Bylaw 2026-01", "document_number": "2026-01", "adopted_date": "2026-03-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/ghost-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-2026-01/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Ghost Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Ghost Lake Land Use Bylaw 2026-01, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep animals, livestock or poultry, except dogs, cats and usual indoor domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000282", "name": "Gibbons", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/gibbons/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/gibbons/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/gibbons/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Gibbons Animal Control Bylaw PI 2-24", "document_number": "2-24", "adopted_date": "2024-11-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/gibbons/backyard-hens/bylaw-2-24/", "answer": "In the Town of Gibbons, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Gibbons Animal Control Bylaw PI 2-24, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or harbour livestock within a residential district of Town." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000284", "name": "Glendon", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/glendon/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/glendon/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/glendon/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Glendon Land Use Bylaw No. 492-21", "document_number": "492-21", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/glendon/backyard-hens/bylaw-492-21/", "answer": "In the Village of Glendon, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Glendon Land Use Bylaw No. 492-21, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: On lots 0.4–32.0 ha, additional livestock units allowed, maximum 2; one horse over one year old equals one livestock unit. Permit or licence: No development permit required for keeping in accordance with s. 8.17; development permit required if not in accordance; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000285", "name": "Glenwood", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/glenwood/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/glenwood/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/glenwood/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Glenwood Livestock Bylaw No. 265-2024", "document_number": "265-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/glenwood/backyard-hens/bylaw-265-2024/", "answer": "In the Village of Glenwood, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Glenwood Livestock Bylaw No. 265-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: fifty (50) chickens; twenty (20) fowl made up of a combination of geese, turkeys, ducks, quails, or pheasant." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000287", "name": "Grande Prairie", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/grande-prairie/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/grande-prairie/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/grande-prairie/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Grande Prairie Animal and Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw C-1226", "document_number": "C-1226", "adopted_date": "2013-11-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/grande-prairie/backyard-hens/bylaw-c-1226/", "answer": "In the City of Grande Prairie, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Grande Prairie Animal and Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw C-1226, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No keeping Livestock in City except where permitted/approved by Land Use Bylaw or valid Livestock Exemption Permit. Permit or licence: Livestock Exemption Permit from Director required unless Land Use Bylaw permits; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000292", "name": "Hanna", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/hanna/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/hanna/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/hanna/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Hanna Land Use Bylaw 1032-2023", "document_number": "1032-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-11-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/hanna/backyard-hens/bylaw-1032-2023/", "answer": "In the Town of Hanna, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Hanna Land Use Bylaw 1032-2023, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Farm Animals are a permitted use in the RA - Residential Acreage District." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000294", "name": "Hay Lakes", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/hay-lakes/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/hay-lakes/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/hay-lakes/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Hay Lakes Animal Control Bylaw No. 03-2023", "document_number": "03-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-04-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/hay-lakes/backyard-hens/bylaw-03-2023/", "answer": "In the Village of Hay Lakes, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Hay Lakes Animal Control Bylaw No. 03-2023, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person will keep livestock unless specific authorization from Council, other than a maximum of three (3) pet rabbits per household kept within the home. Permit or licence: specific authorization from Council." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000295", "name": "Heisler", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/heisler/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/heisler/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/heisler/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Heisler Land Use Bylaw No. 452-11", "document_number": "452-11", "adopted_date": "2011-06-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/heisler/backyard-hens/bylaw-452-11/", "answer": "In the Village of Heisler, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Heisler Land Use Bylaw No. 452-11, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock other than normal domestic pets in reasonable numbers shall be kept in the municipality." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000296", "name": "High Level", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/high-level/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/high-level/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/high-level/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of High Level Responsible Animal Ownership Bylaw No. 1032-23", "document_number": "1032-23", "adopted_date": "2023-06-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/high-level/backyard-hens/bylaw-1032-23/", "answer": "In the Town of High Level, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of High Level Responsible Animal Ownership Bylaw No. 1032-23, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) birds. Livestock rule: No person may possess any Agricultural Animal, other than poultry; equine permitted only at parades, rodeos, and agricultural-related events. Permit or licence: Urban Poultry Permit required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000297", "name": "High Prairie", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/high-prairie/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/high-prairie/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/high-prairie/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of High Prairie Bylaw No. 12-2020 (Beekeeping)", "document_number": "12-2020", "adopted_date": "2020-07-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/high-prairie/backyard-hens/bylaw-12-2020/", "answer": "In the Town of High Prairie, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of High Prairie Bylaw No. 12-2020 (Beekeeping), verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Beekeeping License required; fee set by Council in accordance with the Fees Bylaw. Setback: 3 meters (10 feet) from the front and side property lines." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000298", "name": "High River", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/high-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/high-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/high-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of High River Animal Bylaw No. 4567-2019", "document_number": "4567-2019", "adopted_date": "2020-02-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/high-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-4567-2019/", "answer": "In the Town of High River, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of High River Animal Bylaw No. 4567-2019, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: three (3). Livestock rule: Livestock, including horses, are prohibited except as permitted within this Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000301", "name": "Hinton", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/hinton/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/hinton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/hinton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Hinton Animal Control Bylaw No. 1122", "document_number": "1122", "adopted_date": "2018-10-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/hinton/backyard-hens/bylaw-1122/", "answer": "In the Town of Hinton, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Hinton Animal Control Bylaw No. 1122, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: two (2). Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock within the Town except in areas expressly allowed with a permit; horses only on private property with Town approval. Permit or licence: Over-Limit Permit: $100.00 per animal (one-time, lifetime); Livestock/Exotic Animal Permit: $100.00 (one-time, lifetime)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000302", "name": "Holden", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/holden/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/holden/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/holden/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Holden Backyard Chicken Bylaw No. 3-2024", "document_number": "3-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-04-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/holden/backyard-hens/bylaw-3-2024/", "answer": "In the Village of Holden, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Holden Backyard Chicken Bylaw No. 3-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 4 chickens per license. Setback: 1 metre of side or rear property lines; 3 metres of a dwelling." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000303", "name": "Horseshoe Bay", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/horseshoe-bay/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/horseshoe-bay/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/horseshoe-bay/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay Land Use Bylaw No. 130/2020", "document_number": "130/2020", "adopted_date": "2022-07-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/horseshoe-bay/backyard-hens/bylaw-130-2020/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay Land Use Bylaw No. 130/2020, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 30. Livestock rule: No fur bearing animals, fowl or animals other than domestic pets unless permitted as Minor Agricultural Pursuits; limited to one animal unit per acre. Permit or licence: A beekeeper must apply for registration with the Provincial Apiculturist each year." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000304", "name": "Hughenden", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/hughenden/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/hughenden/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/hughenden/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Hughenden Animal Control Bylaw No. 526-23", "document_number": "526-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/hughenden/backyard-hens/bylaw-526-23/", "answer": "In the Village of Hughenden, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Hughenden Animal Control Bylaw No. 526-23, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or harbor Livestock on Residential (R), Commercial (C), Highway commercial/Industrial (CM), Industrial (M), or Community (P) Districts. Permit or licence: License tag required for animal over six months; fee not stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000305", "name": "Hussar", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/hussar/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/hussar/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/hussar/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Hussar Urban Hen & Quail Bylaw No. 549-22", "document_number": "549-22", "adopted_date": "2023-03-09", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/hussar/backyard-hens/bylaw-549-22/", "answer": "In the Village of Hussar, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Hussar Urban Hen & Quail Bylaw No. 549-22, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 8 urban hens & quail. Livestock rule: agricultural operations, including but not limited to the keeping of livestock are neither a permitted or discretionary use. Permit or licence: Hen & Quail License required; fee $50.00, annual $25.00; PID required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000306", "name": "Innisfail", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/innisfail/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/innisfail/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/innisfail/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Innisfail Urban Hen Keeping Bylaw No. 1710-2023", "document_number": "1710-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-05-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/innisfail/backyard-hens/bylaw-1710-2023/", "answer": "In the Town of Innisfail, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Innisfail Urban Hen Keeping Bylaw No. 1710-2023, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Livestock rule: Urban Area: agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither permitted nor discretionary use. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; fee as set out in Rates and Fees Bylaw, due at application and annually. Premises Identification (PID) required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000310", "name": "Island Lake", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/island-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/island-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/island-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Island Lake Land Use Bylaw No. 08-2021", "document_number": "08-2021", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/island-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-08-2021/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Island Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Island Lake Land Use Bylaw No. 08-2021, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep in any yard in any residential district any fur bearing animals, fowl, or livestock other than domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000314", "name": "Kapasiwin", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/kapasiwin/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/kapasiwin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/kapasiwin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Kapasiwin Land Use Bylaw (Bylaw 279-2024)", "document_number": "279-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/kapasiwin/backyard-hens/bylaw-279-2024/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Kapasiwin, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Kapasiwin Land Use Bylaw (Bylaw 279-2024), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No animals other than domestic pets shall be allowed. Livestock, including cattle, horses, goats, sheep, chickens and fowl shall be strictly prohibited." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000315", "name": "Killam", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/killam/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/killam/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/killam/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Killam Land Use Bylaw No. 880 (consolidated with amendments to Dec 17, 2024)", "document_number": "880", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/killam/backyard-hens/bylaw-880/", "answer": "In the Town of Killam, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Killam Land Use Bylaw No. 880 (consolidated with amendments to Dec 17, 2024), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: The keeping of livestock, (including poultry and bees), unless otherwise permitted or licensed under another bylaw is prohibited in residential districts." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000316", "name": "Kitscoty", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/kitscoty/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/kitscoty/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/kitscoty/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Kitscoty Land Use Bylaw No. 2017-06 (consolidated, amended through Bylaw 2025-12)", "document_number": "2017-06", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/kitscoty/backyard-hens/bylaw-2017-06/", "answer": "The Village of Kitscoty, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Village of Kitscoty Land Use Bylaw No. 2017-06 (consolidated, amended through Bylaw 2025-12), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000317", "name": "Kneehill County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/kneehill-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/kneehill-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/kneehill-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Kneehill County Land Use Bylaw No. 1808 (Section 60, Hen Regulations)", "document_number": "1808", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/kneehill-county/backyard-hens/regulations-1808/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Kneehill County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Kneehill County Land Use Bylaw No. 1808 (Section 60, Hen Regulations), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than four (4) mature hens. Livestock rule: Livestock (with the exemption of licensed hens) shall not be maintained or kept at any density on parcels of land within any Hamlet District. Permit or licence: Hen Permit and Premises Identification Number required; renewal annually (no charge)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000318", "name": "Lac La Biche County", "type": "Specialized Municipality", "path": "/ca/ab/lac-la-biche-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lac-la-biche-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lac-la-biche-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Lac La Biche County Land Use Bylaw No. 25-010", "document_number": "25-010", "adopted_date": "2025-09-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lac-la-biche-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-25-010/", "answer": "In the Specialized Municipality of Lac La Biche County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Lac La Biche County Land Use Bylaw No. 25-010, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any livestock in a Residential District except in conformity with animal unit limits; horse equals one (1) animal unit. Permit or licence: Development Permit application required (must include site plan and number of hens); provincial registration/PID required; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000321", "name": "Lacombe County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/lacombe-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lacombe-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lacombe-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Lacombe County Land Use Bylaw No. 1237/17 (Parts 1-8)", "document_number": "1237/17", "adopted_date": "2017-07-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lacombe-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-1237-17/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Lacombe County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Lacombe County Land Use Bylaw No. 1237/17 (Parts 1-8), verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: No development permit required for keeping of animals in any residential district." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000322", "name": "Lakeview", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/lakeview/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lakeview/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lakeview/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw #4-2022 Urban Beekeeping", "document_number": "4-2022", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lakeview/backyard-hens/bylaw-4-2022/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Lakeview, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw #4-2022 Urban Beekeeping, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Urban Beekeeping Licence required; fee $40.00; proof of registration with the Provincial Apiculturist every year by June 30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000323", "name": "Lamont", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/lamont/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lamont/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lamont/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 03/25 - Urban Hen Keeping Program Bylaw", "document_number": "03/25", "adopted_date": "2025-04-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lamont/backyard-hens/bylaw-03-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Lamont, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 03/25 - Urban Hen Keeping Program Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including keeping of livestock, are neither a permitted or discretionary use in the urban area. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; fee as set out in Town of Lamont Fee Schedule; Premises Identification (PID) required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000327", "name": "Leduc County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/leduc-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/leduc-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/leduc-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Leduc County Land Use Bylaw No. 14-25", "document_number": "14-25", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/leduc-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-14-25/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Leduc County, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Leduc County Land Use Bylaw No. 14-25, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000328", "name": "Legal", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/legal/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/legal/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/legal/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Legal Land Use Bylaw #05-2013", "document_number": "05-2013", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/legal/backyard-hens/bylaw-05-2013/", "answer": "The Town of Legal, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Town of Legal Land Use Bylaw #05-2013, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000329", "name": "Lethbridge", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/lethbridge/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lethbridge/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lethbridge/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 6475 - Animal Care and Control Bylaw", "document_number": "6475", "adopted_date": "2025-01-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lethbridge/backyard-hens/bylaw-6475/", "answer": "In the City of Lethbridge, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 6475 - Animal Care and Control Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Pigeon Licence required; annual fee $10 (Schedule D)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000331", "name": "Linden", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/linden/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/linden/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/linden/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Linden Animal Control Bylaw 2024-01", "document_number": "2024-01", "adopted_date": "2024-03-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/linden/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-01/", "answer": "In the Village of Linden, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Linden Animal Control Bylaw 2024-01, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than six (6) Urban Hens. Livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock within the Village; temporary exceptions include veterinary clinics, exhibition grounds, or areas allowing Extensive Agriculture. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; fee $20.00. Urban Beekeeping License required; fee $20.00. Premises Identification Number required to keep Urban Hens." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000332", "name": "Lloydminster", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/lloydminster/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lloydminster/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lloydminster/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Lloydminster Domestic Animal Bylaw No. 38-2020", "document_number": "38-2020", "adopted_date": "2021-01-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lloydminster/backyard-hens/bylaw-38-2020/", "answer": "In the City of Lloydminster, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Lloydminster Domestic Animal Bylaw No. 38-2020, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock, except sanctioned rodeo; horses may be ridden/driven for business, rodeo, or authorized parades." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000333", "name": "Lomond", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/lomond/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lomond/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lomond/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Lomond Animal Control Bylaw No. 675", "document_number": "675", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lomond/backyard-hens/bylaw-675/", "answer": "In the Village of Lomond, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Lomond Animal Control Bylaw No. 675, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Prohibited to have Livestock on property districted Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Public, or Transitional Agriculture." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000334", "name": "Longview", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/longview/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/longview/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/longview/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Longview Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 486-26 (Revised)", "document_number": "486-26", "adopted_date": "2026-02-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/longview/backyard-hens/bylaw-486-26/", "answer": "In the Village of Longview, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Longview Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 486-26 (Revised), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) Hens. Livestock rule: Livestock (including horses) prohibited within Village boundaries except as permitted by this Bylaw, including where allowed under the Land Use Bylaw. Permit or licence: Must be registered in Backyard Hen Program; application including first annual licensing fee; $15 Backyard Hens Licensing fee renewable annually by January." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000335", "name": "Lougheed", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/lougheed/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/lougheed/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/lougheed/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Lougheed Animal Control Bylaw 810-22", "document_number": "810-22", "adopted_date": "2022-09-15", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/lougheed/backyard-hens/bylaw-810-22/", "answer": "In the Village of Lougheed, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Lougheed Animal Control Bylaw 810-22, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) Hens. Permit or licence: Hen Licence required; fee $5.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000338", "name": "Magrath", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/magrath/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/magrath/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/magrath/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Magrath Bylaw No. 1239A - Livestock and Poultry Control Bylaw (Consolidated up to Bylaw 1325)", "document_number": "1239A", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/magrath/backyard-hens/bylaw-1239a/", "answer": "In the Town of Magrath, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Magrath Bylaw No. 1239A - Livestock and Poultry Control Bylaw (Consolidated up to Bylaw 1325), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) within the \"No Animal Zone\" and a maximum of twenty (20) in the \"Animal Allowed Zone\". Livestock rule: No livestock in \"No Animal Zone\" without permit; max two animals per acre; properties under 1 acre no livestock; pigs prohibited. Permit or licence: Permit required to keep livestock/poultry in \"No Animal Zone\"; fee per current Fees and Rates Bylaw (amount not stated)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000339", "name": "Manning", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/manning/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/manning/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/manning/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Manning Animal Control Bylaw 920-24", "document_number": "920-24", "adopted_date": "2024-08-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/manning/backyard-hens/bylaw-920-24/", "answer": "In the Town of Manning, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Manning Animal Control Bylaw 920-24, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock within town limits except veterinary/event uses or CAO discretion in Urban Reserve District with lot size five acres or greater. Permit or licence: Dog or cat over six months must register for a license; one-time fee: $20.00 male/spayed female, $30.00 non-spayed female; replacement tag $10.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000340", "name": "Mannville", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/mannville/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/mannville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/mannville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Chicken Bylaw 2015-808", "document_number": "2015-808", "adopted_date": "2015-07-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/mannville/backyard-hens/bylaw-2015-808/", "answer": "In the Village of Mannville, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Chicken Bylaw 2015-808, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: five (5). Livestock rule: Urban Area: agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither permitted nor discretionary under Land Use Bylaw. Permit or licence: Chicken License required; license fee as per the master rates bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000341", "name": "Marwayne", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/marwayne/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/marwayne/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/marwayne/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Marwayne Land Use Bylaw No. 572-19", "document_number": "572-19", "adopted_date": "2019-06-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/marwayne/backyard-hens/bylaw-572-19/", "answer": "In the Village of Marwayne, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Marwayne Land Use Bylaw No. 572-19, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No livestock other than small domestic pets such as cats and dogs may be allowed in any Residential District." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000343", "name": "McLennan", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/mclennan/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/mclennan/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/mclennan/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of McLennan Animal Control Bylaw No. 2015-07", "document_number": "2015-07", "adopted_date": "2015-10-13", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/mclennan/backyard-hens/bylaw-2015-07/", "answer": "In the Town of McLennan, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of McLennan Animal Control Bylaw No. 2015-07, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or have any livestock within the Town." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000344", "name": "Medicine Hat", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/medicine-hat/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/medicine-hat/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/medicine-hat/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Medicine Hat Land Use Bylaw No. 4853", "document_number": "4853", "adopted_date": "2026-06-01", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/medicine-hat/backyard-hens/bylaw-4853/", "answer": "The City of Medicine Hat, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: City of Medicine Hat Land Use Bylaw No. 4853, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000345", "name": "Mewatha Beach", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/mewatha-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/mewatha-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/mewatha-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Mewatha Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 03-23", "document_number": "03-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/mewatha-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-03-23/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Mewatha Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Mewatha Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 03-23, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No fur bearing animals, fowl or livestock other than domestic pets shall be permitted on parcels within the Summer Village of Mewatha Beach." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000346", "name": "Milk River", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/milk-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/milk-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/milk-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Milk River Animal Control Bylaw No. 1051", "document_number": "1051", "adopted_date": "2024-01-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/milk-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-1051/", "answer": "In the Town of Milk River, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Milk River Animal Control Bylaw No. 1051, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock, Poultry or bees, other than one pet rabbit per household within the Town of Milk River." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000347", "name": "Millet", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/millet/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/millet/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/millet/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Millet Land Use Bylaw No. 2018/11", "document_number": "2018/11", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/millet/backyard-hens/bylaw-2018-11/", "answer": "The Town of Millet, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Town of Millet Land Use Bylaw No. 2018/11, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000351", "name": "Mountain View County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/mountain-view-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/mountain-view-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/mountain-view-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Mountain View County Animal Control Bylaw No. 15/26", "document_number": "15/26", "adopted_date": "2026-06-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/mountain-view-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-15-26/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Mountain View County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Mountain View County Animal Control Bylaw No. 15/26, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Residential District parcels: Low Density Livestock allowed; Concentrated Livestock may require permit depending on parcel size (Schedule B). Permit or licence: Permit required for keeping Livestock as specified in Schedule \"B\"; fee as indicated in current Fee Schedule Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000352", "name": "Mundare", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/mundare/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/mundare/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/mundare/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Mundare Urban Beekeeping Bylaw No. 939/22", "document_number": "939/22", "adopted_date": "2022-05-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/mundare/backyard-hens/bylaw-939-22/", "answer": "The Town of Mundare, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Town of Mundare Urban Beekeeping Bylaw No. 939/22, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000354", "name": "Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bighorn-no-8/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bighorn-no-8/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bighorn-no-8/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8 Land Use Bylaw No. 10-26", "document_number": "8", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bighorn-no-8/backyard-hens/bylaw-8/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8 Land Use Bylaw No. 10-26, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: Maximum of ten (10) chickens (R-1 parcels in the Hamlet of Benchlands and CR parcels). Livestock rule: Livestock prohibited in Hamlet/Country Residential except per Table 36; Benchlands allows max 2 horses/llamas per parcel, total 10. Permit or licence: Development Permit required for all Livestock uses; fee not stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000355", "name": "Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bonnyville-no-87/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bonnyville-no-87/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bonnyville-no-87/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87 Land Use Bylaw No. 1915", "document_number": "87", "adopted_date": "2026-02-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-bonnyville-no-87/backyard-hens/bylaw-87/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87 Land Use Bylaw No. 1915, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 12 (parcels less than 0.6 ha); 25 (parcels more than 0.6 ha to 4.04 ha). Livestock rule: Livestock other than domestic pets not allowed on major multi-lot country residential lots and all Hamlet Districts; Animal Units limited by Table 2." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000356", "name": "Municipal District of Fairview No. 136", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-fairview-no-136/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-fairview-no-136/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-fairview-no-136/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Fairview No. 136 Land Use Bylaw No. 876", "document_number": "136", "adopted_date": "2010-09-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-fairview-no-136/backyard-hens/bylaw-136/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Fairview No. 136, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Fairview No. 136 Land Use Bylaw No. 876, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: In Hamlet Residential District (H-R), animals, livestock or poultry are prohibited, except usual domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000357", "name": "Municipal District of Greenview No. 16", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-greenview-no-16/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-greenview-no-16/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-greenview-no-16/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 Land Use Bylaw No. 25-1000", "document_number": "16", "adopted_date": "2025-07-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-greenview-no-16/backyard-hens/bylaw-16/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 Land Use Bylaw No. 25-1000, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) hens per site." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000359", "name": "Municipal District of Opportunity No. 17", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-opportunity-no-17/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-opportunity-no-17/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-opportunity-no-17/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Opportunity No. 17 Land Use Bylaw No. 2013-14 (as amended)", "document_number": "17", "adopted_date": "2013-06-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-opportunity-no-17/backyard-hens/bylaw-17/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Opportunity No. 17, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Municipal District of Opportunity No. 17 Land Use Bylaw No. 2013-14 (as amended), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000360", "name": "Municipal District of Peace No. 135", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-peace-no-135/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-peace-no-135/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-peace-no-135/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Peace No. 135 Land Use Bylaw No. 1/2012 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 15-2018)", "document_number": "135", "adopted_date": "2012-05-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-peace-no-135/backyard-hens/bylaw-135/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Peace No. 135, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Peace No. 135 Land Use Bylaw No. 1/2012 (consolidated to Bylaw No. 15-2018), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Country Residential: livestock only on parcels ≥0.4 ha, max 1 animal unit per 0.4 ha, 6 animal units per parcel; Hamlet General: usual domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000362", "name": "Municipal District of Provost No. 52", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-provost-no-52/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-provost-no-52/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-provost-no-52/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Provost No. 52 Land Use Bylaw No. 2323", "document_number": "52", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-provost-no-52/backyard-hens/bylaw-52/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Provost No. 52, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Municipal District of Provost No. 52 Land Use Bylaw No. 2323, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000365", "name": "Municipal District of Spirit River No. 133", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-spirit-river-no-133/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-spirit-river-no-133/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-spirit-river-no-133/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Spirit River No. 133 Land Use Bylaw No. 11-2019", "document_number": "133", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-spirit-river-no-133/backyard-hens/bylaw-133/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Spirit River No. 133, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Spirit River No. 133 Land Use Bylaw No. 11-2019, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: In CR1, keeping of livestock limited to no more than 1 animal unit per acre or part thereof." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000367", "name": "Municipal District of Wainwright No. 61", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-wainwright-no-61/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-wainwright-no-61/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-wainwright-no-61/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipal District of Wainwright No. 61 Land Use Bylaw No. 1695", "document_number": "61", "adopted_date": "2023-06-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-wainwright-no-61/backyard-hens/bylaw-61/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Wainwright No. 61, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipal District of Wainwright No. 61 Land Use Bylaw No. 1695, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No fowl or livestock other than domestic pets in Urban General, Country Residential, or Lakeside Residential unless parcel >1.2 ha." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000369", "name": "Municipality of Crowsnest Pass", "type": "Specialized Municipality", "path": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-crowsnest-pass/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-crowsnest-pass/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-crowsnest-pass/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Animal Control Bylaw No. 991, 2017 (Consolidated to 1215, 2025)", "document_number": "991", "adopted_date": "2017-09-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-crowsnest-pass/backyard-hens/bylaw-991/", "answer": "In the Specialized Municipality of Municipality of Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Municipality of Crowsnest Pass Animal Control Bylaw No. 991, 2017 (Consolidated to 1215, 2025), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock except where allowed under the Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000370", "name": "Municipality of Jasper", "type": "Specialized Municipality", "path": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-jasper/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-jasper/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-jasper/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Jasper Domestic Animal Bylaw #126 (2010)", "document_number": "126", "adopted_date": "2010-02-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/municipality-of-jasper/backyard-hens/bylaw-126/", "answer": "In the Specialized Municipality of Municipality of Jasper, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Jasper Domestic Animal Bylaw #126 (2010), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Livestock rule: No person shall Keep Livestock except for sanctioned rodeo; horses may be ridden/driven for business, rodeo, or parades. Permit or licence: Dog/Cat Licence required; fees in Schedule 'A' (intact dog $105.00, intact cat $100.00, neutered/spayed dog $30.00, neutered/spayed cat $15.00)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000372", "name": "Myrnam", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/myrnam/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/myrnam/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/myrnam/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Urban Hen Bylaw 2024-06", "document_number": "2024-06", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/myrnam/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-06/", "answer": "In the Village of Myrnam, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Urban Hen Bylaw 2024-06, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: five (5) Urban Hens on a single property of less than one (1) acre; ten (10) Urban Hens per acre on a single property. Permit or licence: Urban Hen Registration Application and validation required; annual $10.00 Urban Hen License fee. Setback: minimum of 3.0 metres (9.8 ft) from the principle dwelling; minimum of 1.0 metre (3.3. ft) from any property line." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000373", "name": "Nakamun Park", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/nakamun-park/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/nakamun-park/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/nakamun-park/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Nakamun Park Land Use Bylaw No. 2025-5", "document_number": "2025-5", "adopted_date": "2025-06-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/nakamun-park/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-5/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Nakamun Park, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Nakamun Park Land Use Bylaw No. 2025-5, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No keeping of animals, livestock, or poultry in any Land Use District, except dogs, cats, and usual domestic pets kept indoors." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000375", "name": "Nanton", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/nanton/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/nanton/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/nanton/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 3, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Nanton Urban Hens / Chickens Bylaw No. 1409/25", "document_number": "1409/25", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/nanton/backyard-hens/bylaw-1409-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Nanton, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Nanton Animal Bylaw No. 1378/23 and 2 other bylaws, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or have any Livestock within the Town. Permit or licence: Urban Bees Licence required annually; fee $100 per annum; late payment fee $50.00; Premises Identification (PID) required. Setback: Hives: minimum 3 metres (10 feet) from all property lines; open spaces and adjacent to Pedestrian Walkways also 3 metres (10 feet)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000376", "name": "Nobleford", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/nobleford/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/nobleford/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/nobleford/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Nobleford Bylaw No. 682 (Keeping of Wild or Domestic Animals or Poultry)", "document_number": "682", "adopted_date": "2022-05-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/nobleford/backyard-hens/bylaw-682/", "answer": "In the Town of Nobleford, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Nobleford Bylaw No. 682 (Keeping of Wild or Domestic Animals or Poultry) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to five (5) Hens. Permit or licence: Urban hen license required; non-refundable application fee $10.00; annual license fee $50.00. Setback: Minimum 1.5m (5.0 ft) from side or rear of property; minimum 3.1 m (10 ft) from a corner side (corner lot)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000377", "name": "Norglenwold", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/norglenwold/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/norglenwold/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/norglenwold/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Norglenwold Land Use Bylaw No. 267-22", "document_number": "267-22", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/norglenwold/backyard-hens/bylaw-267-22/", "answer": "The Summer Village of Norglenwold, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Summer Village of Norglenwold Land Use Bylaw No. 267-22, verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000378", "name": "Norris Beach", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/norris-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/norris-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/norris-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Norris Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 180", "document_number": "180", "adopted_date": "2023-11-03", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/norris-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-180/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Norris Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Norris Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 180, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: The keeping of livestock shall not be allowed within the Summer Village." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000380", "name": "Okotoks", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/okotoks/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/okotoks/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/okotoks/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Livestock Emotional Support Animal Bylaw 23-24", "document_number": "23-24", "adopted_date": "2024-06-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/okotoks/backyard-hens/bylaw-23-24/", "answer": "In the Town of Okotoks, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Livestock Emotional Support Animal Bylaw 23-24 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: LESA licence required; no fee stated. Max hens: four (4) urban hens. Livestock rule: Urban area means lands where agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither a permitted nor discretionary use." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000381", "name": "Olds", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/olds/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/olds/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/olds/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Olds Land Use Bylaw 2025-14", "document_number": "2025-14", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/olds/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-14/", "answer": "In the Town of Olds, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Olds Land Use Bylaw 2025-14, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: valid license issued by the Town under the Community Standards Bylaw. Setback: at least 1.0 m from the side and rear parcel boundaries." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000386", "name": "Parkland County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/parkland-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/parkland-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/parkland-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Parkland County Land Use Bylaw 2025-12", "document_number": "2025-12", "adopted_date": "2025-05-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/parkland-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-12/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Parkland County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Parkland County Land Use Bylaw 2025-12, verified 2026-09-27. Setback: 150.0 m (492.1 ft) from a School or public meeting place; 30.0 m (98.4 ft.) from a Multi-Parcel Residential, commercial, or industrial Subdivision." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000388", "name": "Pelican Narrows", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/pelican-narrows/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/pelican-narrows/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/pelican-narrows/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Pelican Narrows Land Use Bylaw 93-2020", "document_number": "93-2020", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/pelican-narrows/backyard-hens/bylaw-93-2020/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Pelican Narrows, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Pelican Narrows Land Use Bylaw 93-2020, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) laying hens. Livestock rule: The only livestock that may be permitted to be kept on a lot in the Residential District (R1) are laying hens. Setback: No apiary within 7.5 m (24.6 ft) of any property line except as provided in s. 8.14(5)(a)-(b)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000390", "name": "Picture Butte", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/picture-butte/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/picture-butte/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/picture-butte/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Picture Butte Urban Hen Bylaw No. 926-22", "document_number": "926-22", "adopted_date": "2022-04-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/picture-butte/backyard-hens/bylaw-926-22/", "answer": "In the Town of Picture Butte, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Picture Butte Urban Hen Bylaw No. 926-22, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to five (5) Hens; up to fifteen (15) Hens for properties zoned Public - P. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither a permitted nor discretionary use in Urban Area." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000392", "name": "Point Alison", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/point-alison/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/point-alison/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/point-alison/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Point Alison Land Use Bylaw No. 10-157", "document_number": "10-157", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/point-alison/backyard-hens/bylaw-10-157/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Point Alison, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Point Alison Land Use Bylaw No. 10-157, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or permit to be kept in any part of any yard in any Land Use District any livestock." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000394", "name": "Ponoka County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/ponoka-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/ponoka-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/ponoka-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Ponoka County Land Use By-law No. 7-08-LU", "document_number": "7-08-LU", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/ponoka-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-7-08-lu/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Ponoka County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Ponoka County Land Use By-law No. 7-08-LU, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Urban Residential: no livestock except common domestic pets. Country Residential: no livestock on lots 1 hectare or less; on larger lots, one animal per hectare." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000397", "name": "Rainbow Lake", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/rainbow-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rainbow-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rainbow-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "[2021-04] Chicken Bylaw", "document_number": "2021-04", "adopted_date": "2021-07-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rainbow-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-04/", "answer": "In the Town of Rainbow Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by [2021-04] Chicken Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 20. Permit or licence: Chicken Licence required. Setback: 15.24 metres (50ft) of any residence." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000398", "name": "Raymond", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/raymond/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/raymond/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/raymond/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Raymond Animal Regulations Bylaw No. 1144-25", "document_number": "1144-25", "adopted_date": "2025-03-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/raymond/backyard-hens/regulations-1144-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Raymond, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Raymond Animal Regulations Bylaw No. 1144-25, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: up to 20 urban hens/0.40 hectare (1 acre). Livestock rule: No Owner shall keep Livestock within Town except approved Appendix E property with permit; parcels under 5 acres permitted for horse grazing. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; annual fee as set out in Fees and Charges Bylaw. Urban Beekeeping License required; fee $75.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000399", "name": "Red Deer", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/red-deer/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/red-deer/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/red-deer/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Chicken Bylaw 3517/2014", "document_number": "3517/2014", "adopted_date": "2014-07-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/red-deer/backyard-hens/bylaw-3517-2014/", "answer": "In the City of Red Deer, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Chicken Bylaw 3517/2014, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 4. Permit or licence: Chicken Licence required; fee $36.15." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000400", "name": "Red Deer County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/red-deer-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/red-deer-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/red-deer-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Red Deer County Animal Control Bylaw No. 2024/01", "document_number": "2024/01", "adopted_date": "2024-10-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/red-deer-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-01/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Red Deer County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Red Deer County Animal Control Bylaw No. 2024/01, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 6. Livestock rule: Country Residential (R-1) 0.0-1.99 acres: Not Allowed; 2.0-2.99: 1; 3.0-9.9: 2; 10+ no maximum. Other residential districts: Not Allowed. Permit or licence: Urban Hen Permit required in specified districts; application submitted with applicable fee as noted in County's Fee Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000401", "name": "Redcliff", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/redcliff/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/redcliff/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/redcliff/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Redcliff Restricted Animal Bylaw No. 1452/2005", "document_number": "1452/2005", "adopted_date": "2005-12-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/redcliff/backyard-hens/bylaw-1452-2005/", "answer": "In the Town of Redcliff, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Redcliff Restricted Animal Bylaw No. 1452/2005, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep, maintain, confine or harbour a restricted animal within the Town, except as otherwise permitted. Permit or licence: Special permit may be issued by Manager upon written application." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000402", "name": "Redwater", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/redwater/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/redwater/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/redwater/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Redwater Land Use Bylaw PD-01-2023", "document_number": "PD-01-2023", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/redwater/backyard-hens/bylaw-pd-01-2023/", "answer": "In the Town of Redwater, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Redwater Land Use Bylaw PD-01-2023, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) Hens. Livestock rule: Animal units allowed only in Agriculture Transitional District (AG-T) and Residential Estates District (R-RE), per Table 5 based on parcel size. Permit or licence: Development Permit and approved Premises Identification (PID) required; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000403", "name": "Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo", "type": "Specialized Municipality", "path": "/ca/ab/regional-municipality-of-wood-buffalo/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/regional-municipality-of-wood-buffalo/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/regional-municipality-of-wood-buffalo/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Backyard Hen Bylaw No. 23/004", "document_number": "23/004", "adopted_date": "2023-03-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/regional-municipality-of-wood-buffalo/backyard-hens/bylaw-23-004/", "answer": "In the Specialized Municipality of Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Backyard Hen Bylaw No. 23/004, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 6 Hens; in Hamlet Area, 1 Hen per 100 square metres up to a maximum of 10 Hens. Permit or licence: Licence and Coop Approval required; Licence fee non-refundable in amount prescribed by Fees Bylaw; Coop Approval fee required; Premises Identification required. Setback: 1.0 metre from side or rear property lines; 3.0 metres from a dwelling." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000404", "name": "Rimbey", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/rimbey/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rimbey/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rimbey/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Rimbey Urban Hen Bylaw 973/21", "document_number": "973/21", "adopted_date": "2022-10-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rimbey/backyard-hens/bylaw-973-21/", "answer": "In the Town of Rimbey, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Rimbey Urban Hen Bylaw 973/21, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than five (5) Urban Hens. Permit or licence: Urban Hen Registration Application and annual Urban Hen License required; annual $50.00 Urban Hen License fee. Setback: minimum 3.0 metres (9.8 ft) from the principle dwelling; minimum 1.0 metre (3.3. ft) from any property line." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000405", "name": "Rochon Sands", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/rochon-sands/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rochon-sands/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rochon-sands/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Rochon Sands Land Use Bylaw No. 244-19", "document_number": "244-19", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rochon-sands/backyard-hens/bylaw-244-19/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Rochon Sands, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Rochon Sands Land Use Bylaw No. 244-19, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: The keeping of livestock, as defined by the Livestock and Livestock Products Act, as amended, is not permitted in this district." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000406", "name": "Rocky Mountain House", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/rocky-mountain-house/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rocky-mountain-house/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rocky-mountain-house/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Livestock Bylaw 2019/19V", "document_number": "2019/19V", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rocky-mountain-house/backyard-hens/bylaw-2019-19v/", "answer": "In the Town of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Livestock Bylaw 2019/19V and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) Hens per Detached Dwelling, or a side by side Duplex unit on a parcel. Permit or licence: yearly License fee for their Coop as set out in the Fees and Rates Bylaw. Setback: minimum of three (3) metres (10 feet) from property lines." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000407", "name": "Rocky View County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/rocky-view-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rocky-view-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rocky-view-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Rocky View County Land Use Bylaw C-8000-2020", "document_number": "C-8000-2020", "adopted_date": "2020-09-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rocky-view-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-c-8000-2020/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Rocky View County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Rocky View County Land Use Bylaw C-8000-2020, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 10. Livestock rule: Livestock permitted in R-RUR, R-CRD and any parcel where Agricultural (General) is listed; maximum animal units by parcel size in Table 3. Permit or licence: No Development Permit required for Livestock (s. 150(a)) or Beekeeping (s. 92(e)); no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000409", "name": "Rosalind", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/rosalind/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rosalind/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rosalind/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 98 Livestock Poultry", "document_number": "98", "adopted_date": "1978-08-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rosalind/backyard-hens/bylaw-98/", "answer": "In the Village of Rosalind, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 98 Livestock Poultry, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any shetland pony, mule, ass, horse, cow, swine, hogs, pigs, goats or sheep within the limits of the Village. Setback: not closer than forty (40) feet from any other person;s property." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000410", "name": "Rosemary", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/rosemary/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/rosemary/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/rosemary/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 485-20 Urban Chickens", "document_number": "485-20", "adopted_date": "2020-07-21", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/rosemary/backyard-hens/bylaw-485-20/", "answer": "In the Village of Rosemary, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 485-20 Urban Chickens, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 4. Livestock rule: agricultural operations, including but not limited to the keeping of livestock are neither a permitted or discretionary use. Permit or licence: Chicken License required; fee $30.00 (Rosemary School $50.00)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000411", "name": "Ross Haven", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/ross-haven/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/ross-haven/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/ross-haven/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Ross Haven Bylaw 44 (Bee Keeping)", "document_number": "44", "adopted_date": "1973-09-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/ross-haven/backyard-hens/bylaw-44/", "answer": "The Summer Village of Ross Haven, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Summer Village of Ross Haven Bylaw 44 (Bee Keeping), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000413", "name": "Ryley", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/ryley/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/ryley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/ryley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Ryley Urban Hen Bylaw 2025-986", "document_number": "2025-986", "adopted_date": "2026-06-16", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/ryley/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-986/", "answer": "In the Village of Ryley, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Ryley Urban Hen Bylaw 2025-986, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 4 (four). Setback: minimum 3.0m (9.84 ft.) from a dwelling; minimum 1m (3.28 ft.) from any lot line; minimum 3.6m (11.81 ft.) from any street adjacent to the property." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000414", "name": "Saddle Hills County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/saddle-hills-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/saddle-hills-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/saddle-hills-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Saddle Hills County Land Use Bylaw No. 430-2024", "document_number": "430-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/saddle-hills-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-430-2024/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Saddle Hills County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Saddle Hills County Land Use Bylaw No. 430-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: CR2 minor agricultural pursuits: max 1 animal unit per acre, max 3 animal units per lot. Permit or licence: Development permit required; fee established by resolution of Council." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000419", "name": "Silver Beach", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/silver-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/silver-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/silver-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Silver Beach Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-03", "document_number": "2025-03", "adopted_date": "2025-05-20", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/silver-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-2025-03/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Silver Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Silver Beach Animal Control Bylaw No. 2025-03, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or have on any property within the corporate limits any Livestock." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000420", "name": "Silver Sands", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/silver-sands/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/silver-sands/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/silver-sands/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Silver Sands Animal Control Bylaw No. 343-2024", "document_number": "343-2024", "adopted_date": "2024-09-19", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/silver-sands/backyard-hens/bylaw-343-2024/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Silver Sands, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Silver Sands Animal Control Bylaw No. 343-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock except in accordance with Land Use Bylaw and on Class 3 - Farmland." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000421", "name": "Slave Lake", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/slave-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/slave-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/slave-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Slave Lake Land Use Bylaw No. 15-2025", "document_number": "15-2025", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/slave-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-15-2025/", "answer": "In the Town of Slave Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Slave Lake Land Use Bylaw No. 15-2025, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock operations are prohibited in all Land Use districts and all areas of the Town of Slave Lake." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000422", "name": "Smoky Lake", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/smoky-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/smoky-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/smoky-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw No. 010-2023 Urban Hens Bylaw", "document_number": "010-2023", "adopted_date": "2023-08-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/smoky-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-010-2023/", "answer": "In the Town of Smoky Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw No. 010-2023 Urban Hens Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) urban hens. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither permitted nor discretionary uses in the Urban Area. Permit or licence: Hen License required; fee $50.00. PID required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000424", "name": "South Baptiste", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/south-baptiste/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/south-baptiste/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/south-baptiste/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of South Baptiste Land Use Bylaw No. 01-2024", "document_number": "01-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/south-baptiste/backyard-hens/bylaw-01-2024/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of South Baptiste, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of South Baptiste Land Use Bylaw No. 01-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No fur bearing animals, fowl or livestock other than domestic pets shall be permitted on parcels smaller than 0.4 ha (1.0 acres) within the municipality." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000425", "name": "South View", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/south-view/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/south-view/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/south-view/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of South View Land Use Bylaw No. 179", "document_number": "179", "adopted_date": "2015-10-28", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/south-view/backyard-hens/bylaw-179/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of South View, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of South View Land Use Bylaw No. 179, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any livestock except as described in Part 5." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000426", "name": "Spirit River", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/spirit-river/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/spirit-river/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/spirit-river/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Spirit River Animal Control Bylaw No. 992", "document_number": "992", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/spirit-river/backyard-hens/bylaw-992/", "answer": "In the Town of Spirit River, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Spirit River Animal Control Bylaw No. 992, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock within the Town boundaries without the approval of Town Council." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000427", "name": "Spring Lake", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/spring-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/spring-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/spring-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 2, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Spring Lake Urban Beekeeping Bylaw No. 393", "document_number": "393", "adopted_date": "2022-03-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/spring-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-393/", "answer": "In the Village of Spring Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Spring Lake Urban Beekeeping Bylaw No. 393 and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Urban Beekeeping Licence required; proof of registration with Provincial Apiculturist every year by June 30; licence fee $40.00. Setback: minimum 3 metres (10 feet) from all property lines; or within a rear yard enclosed by a solid fence or hedge a minimum of 1.8 metres (6 feet) in height. Max hens: not more than four (4) Hens." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000428", "name": "Spruce Grove", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/spruce-grove/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/spruce-grove/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/spruce-grove/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Spruce Grove Bylaw C-1313-24 Hens Bylaw", "document_number": "C-1313-24", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/spruce-grove/backyard-hens/bylaw-c-1313-24/", "answer": "In the City of Spruce Grove, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Spruce Grove Bylaw C-1313-24 Hens Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than six (6) Hens. Permit or licence: Hen Keeping Licence required; fee prescribed in Development Fees and Fines Bylaw, as amended." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000429", "name": "St. Albert", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/st-albert/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/st-albert/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/st-albert/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of St. Albert Hen Bylaw 32/2018 (consolidated)", "document_number": "32/2018", "adopted_date": "2019-01-07", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/st-albert/backyard-hens/bylaw-32-2018/", "answer": "In the City of St. Albert, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of St. Albert Hen Bylaw 32/2018 (consolidated), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: not more than 6 Hens. Permit or licence: Hen Licence required; fee $53.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000430", "name": "St. Paul", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/st-paul/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/st-paul/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/st-paul/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of St. Paul Land Use Bylaw 2021-04 (Unofficial Office Consolidation, July 2026)", "document_number": "2021-04", "adopted_date": "2021-04-06", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/st-paul/backyard-hens/bylaw-2021-04/", "answer": "The Town of St. Paul, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Town of St. Paul Land Use Bylaw 2021-04 (Unofficial Office Consolidation, July 2026), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000431", "name": "Standard", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/standard/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/standard/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/standard/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Standard Animal Control Bylaw 2024-06", "document_number": "2024-06", "adopted_date": "2024-09-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/standard/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-06/", "answer": "In the Village of Standard, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Standard Animal Control Bylaw 2024-06, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock of any kind are not permitted within Residential Districts, Public Service Districts, and Central Business Districts." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000432", "name": "Starland County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/starland-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/starland-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/starland-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 2000 Hamlet Chicken Bylaw", "document_number": "2000", "adopted_date": "2024-05-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/starland-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-2000/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Starland County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 2000 Hamlet Chicken Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: 6. Livestock rule: Agricultural operations, including keeping livestock, are neither permitted or discretionary use in Hamlet Area under Land Use Bylaw. Permit or licence: Premises Identification (PID) under the Alberta Animal Health Act, SA 2007 c A-40.2; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000433", "name": "Stavely", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/stavely/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/stavely/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/stavely/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Stavely Urban Chickens Regulation Bylaw No. 850", "document_number": "850", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/stavely/backyard-hens/regulations-850/", "answer": "In the Town of Stavely, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Stavely Urban Chickens Regulation Bylaw No. 850, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: three (3) Hens. Permit or licence: Urban Chicken Licence required; fee $75.00; late payment fee $75.00 in addition to annual fee; Premises Identification (PID) required. Setback: at least 4 meters (13 ft) from windows and doors on the principal dwellings of neighboring properties." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000434", "name": "Stettler", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/stettler/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/stettler/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/stettler/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Stettler Land Use Bylaw 2190-25", "document_number": "2190-25", "adopted_date": "2025-07-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/stettler/backyard-hens/bylaw-2190-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Stettler, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Stettler Land Use Bylaw 2190-25, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any farm animals except in the DC4: Direct Control Urban Reserve District and UR: Urban Reserve District." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000435", "name": "Stirling", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/stirling/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/stirling/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/stirling/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Stirling Animal Control Bylaw No. 471-17", "document_number": "471-17", "adopted_date": "2017-07-05", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/stirling/backyard-hens/bylaw-471-17/", "answer": "In the Village of Stirling, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Stirling Animal Control Bylaw No. 471-17, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: A maximum of 25 poultry per one (1) acre parcel or greater is allowed. Properties with less than one (1) acre may have up to a maximum of 8 poultry. Livestock rule: A maximum of two (2) livestock per acre is allowed. Livestock are prohibited on properties with less than one (1) acre. Permit or licence: Permit required; Poultry Permit $25.00; Livestock Permit (per animal) $25.00; Agricultural Property Livestock Permit $50.00." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000436", "name": "Stony Plain", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/stony-plain/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/stony-plain/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/stony-plain/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Stony Plain Non-Domestic Animal Bylaw 2723/AC/25", "document_number": "2723/AC/25", "adopted_date": "2025-06-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/stony-plain/backyard-hens/bylaw-2723-ac-25/", "answer": "In the Town of Stony Plain, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Stony Plain Non-Domestic Animal Bylaw 2723/AC/25, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6). Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock in any area of the Town except where allowed under the Land Use Bylaw or this bylaw. Setback: Hives: minimum 3.0 metres from all Lot lines; adjacent to Pedestrian Walkways/Public Place: minimum 3.0 metres from adjacent Lot line." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000437", "name": "Strathcona County", "type": "Specialized Municipality", "path": "/ca/ab/strathcona-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/strathcona-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/strathcona-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 53-2022 Responsible Livestock Ownership Bylaw", "document_number": "53-2022", "adopted_date": "2022-10-04", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/strathcona-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-53-2022/", "answer": "In the Specialized Municipality of Strathcona County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 53-2022 Responsible Livestock Ownership Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Up to 10 LUs per each full increment of 0.2 hectares (0.5 acres) on RCL, RCM, RS, or RA. Permit or licence: Permit required; fee prescribed by Fees and Charges Bylaw; apiculture permit requires provincial beekeeper registration number." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000439", "name": "Sturgeon County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/sturgeon-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/sturgeon-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/sturgeon-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Sturgeon County Animal Control Bylaw 1508-20", "document_number": "1508-20", "adopted_date": "2020-10-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/sturgeon-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-1508-20/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Sturgeon County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Sturgeon County Animal Control Bylaw 1508-20, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: six (6) hens per site. Livestock rule: R1, R3, R4, HR, POS, REC, INS, DC under 1.0 ha and R2 cannot have Livestock, Poultry or Fowl, except Urban Hens. Permit or licence: Registration required: register flocks into Provincial database and obtain a Premise Identification (PID) number." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000442", "name": "Sundre", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/sundre/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/sundre/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/sundre/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Sundre Land Use Bylaw 2018-10 (Consolidated to Feb 2025)", "document_number": "2018-10", "adopted_date": "2018-09-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/sundre/backyard-hens/bylaw-2018-10/", "answer": "In the Town of Sundre, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Sundre Land Use Bylaw 2018-10 (Consolidated to Feb 2025), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No accessory building may be used for sheltering livestock or poultry." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000443", "name": "Sunrise Beach", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/sunrise-beach/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/sunrise-beach/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/sunrise-beach/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Sunrise Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 71-1999", "document_number": "71-1999", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/sunrise-beach/backyard-hens/bylaw-71-1999/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Sunrise Beach, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Sunrise Beach Land Use Bylaw No. 71-1999, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep animals, livestock, or poultry in any Summer Village Residential District, except dogs, cats, and usual domestic pets kept indoors." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000446", "name": "Swan Hills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/swan-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/swan-hills/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/swan-hills/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Swan Hills Land Use Bylaw 2012 (Bylaw No. 2012-14)", "document_number": "2012-14", "adopted_date": "2012-07-11", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/swan-hills/backyard-hens/bylaw-2012-14/", "answer": "In the Town of Swan Hills, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Swan Hills Land Use Bylaw 2012 (Bylaw No. 2012-14), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: no more than four larger animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, etc.) at any one time. All animals must be confined to the owners lot." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000447", "name": "Sylvan Lake", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/sylvan-lake/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/sylvan-lake/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/sylvan-lake/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Sylvan Lake Responsible Animal Ownership Bylaw No. 1826/2021 (consolidated with Bylaw 1841/2021)", "document_number": "1826/2021", "adopted_date": "2021-08-23", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/sylvan-lake/backyard-hens/bylaw-1826-2021/", "answer": "In the Town of Sylvan Lake, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Sylvan Lake Responsible Animal Ownership Bylaw No. 1826/2021 (consolidated with Bylaw 1841/2021), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Hen Licence required; fee as provided in the Fees and Charges Bylaw. Setback: no less than 0.9 m from the side and rear boundaries." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000448", "name": "Taber", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/taber/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/taber/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/taber/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Taber Exotic and Wild Animals Bylaw No. 23-2021", "document_number": "23-2021", "adopted_date": "2022-01-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/taber/backyard-hens/bylaw-23-2021/", "answer": "In the Town of Taber, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Taber Exotic and Wild Animals Bylaw No. 23-2021, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock prohibited in Town except where permitted in Land Use Bylaw RA/RUF, annexation order, or authorized by agreement. Permit or licence: Licence under statute required for Schedule 5 animals; annual hive registration required for educational institutions; no fee stated. Setback: Hives: minimum three (3) metres from all property lines." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000449", "name": "Thorhild County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/thorhild-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/thorhild-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/thorhild-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Thorhild County Land Use Bylaw 1194-2015 (Consolidated February 2026)", "document_number": "1194-2015", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/thorhild-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-1194-2015/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Thorhild County, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Thorhild County Land Use Bylaw 1194-2015 (Consolidated February 2026), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000450", "name": "Thorsby", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/thorsby/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/thorsby/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/thorsby/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Thorsby Livestock Bylaw 2016-08", "document_number": "2016-08", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/thorsby/backyard-hens/bylaw-2016-08/", "answer": "In the Town of Thorsby, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Thorsby Livestock Bylaw 2016-08, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Livestock shall not be permitted within the corporate boundaries of the Village of Thorsby." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000452", "name": "Tofield", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/tofield/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/tofield/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/tofield/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Bylaw 1338-Regulating Livestock and other animals in Town", "document_number": "1338-Regulating", "adopted_date": "2022-06-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/tofield/backyard-hens/bylaw-1338-regulating/", "answer": "In the Town of Tofield, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Bylaw 1338-Regulating Livestock and other animals in Town, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock within Town, except on property zoned Urban Reserve with a valid development permit authorizing it. Permit or licence: Development permit required for Livestock on Urban Reserve; no fee stated." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000453", "name": "Trochu", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/trochu/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/trochu/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/trochu/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "2024-05 Urban Hen Bylaw", "document_number": "2024-05", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/trochu/backyard-hens/bylaw-2024-05/", "answer": "In the Town of Trochu, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by 2024-05 Urban Hen Bylaw, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Permit or licence: Hen License required; fee $50.00; valid for one (1) year, January 1st to December 31st. Setback: same setback regulations as an accessory building in the Town's Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000454", "name": "Two Hills", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/two-hills/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/two-hills/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/two-hills/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Two Hills Land Use Bylaw No. 2018-980", "document_number": "2018-980", "adopted_date": "2018-08-14", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/two-hills/backyard-hens/bylaw-2018-980/", "answer": "In the Town of Two Hills, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Two Hills Land Use Bylaw No. 2018-980, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: maximum of three (3) urban hens. Livestock rule: Keeping of livestock prohibited in all land use districts excluding Urban Reserve (UR) District. Permit or licence: Annual Urban Hen Coop License and development permit application required; associated fee established in Town of Two Hills's Schedule of Fees." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000455", "name": "Val Quentin", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/val-quentin/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/val-quentin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/val-quentin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Val Quentin Animal Control Bylaw No. 300-30", "document_number": "300-30", "adopted_date": "2025-09-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/val-quentin/backyard-hens/bylaw-300-30/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Val Quentin, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Val Quentin Animal Control Bylaw No. 300-30, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock of any kind on any residentially zoned Property." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000458", "name": "Vegreville", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/vegreville/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/vegreville/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/vegreville/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Vegreville Land Use Bylaw 11-2019 (updated to March 2026)", "document_number": "11-2019", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/vegreville/backyard-hens/bylaw-11-2019/", "answer": "In the Town of Vegreville, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Vegreville Land Use Bylaw 11-2019 (updated to March 2026), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No animals other than domestic pets in any yard in a Residential District." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000459", "name": "Vermilion", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/vermilion/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/vermilion/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/vermilion/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Vermilion Urban Laying Hen Bylaw No. 7-2024", "document_number": "7-2024", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/vermilion/backyard-hens/bylaw-7-2024/", "answer": "In the Town of Vermilion, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Vermilion Urban Laying Hen Bylaw No. 7-2024, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Urban Laying Hen License required; Premises Identification (PID) required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000461", "name": "Viking", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/viking/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/viking/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/viking/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Viking Land Use Bylaw No. 2012-640", "document_number": "2012-640", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/viking/backyard-hens/bylaw-2012-640/", "answer": "In the Town of Viking, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Viking Land Use Bylaw No. 2012-640, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No fur-bearing animals, fowl or livestock (other than domestic animals) shall be kept in any Residential District unless the lot exceeds 2.0 ha. Permit or licence: Development Permit required for keeping fowl/livestock on lots >2.0 ha." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000463", "name": "Vulcan", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/vulcan/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/vulcan/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/vulcan/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Vulcan Animal Bylaw No. 1368-08", "document_number": "1368-08", "adopted_date": "2008-12-22", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/vulcan/backyard-hens/bylaw-1368-08/", "answer": "In the Town of Vulcan, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Vulcan Animal Bylaw No. 1368-08, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep animals in the Municipality other than dogs, cats, birds, rabbits and rodents. Setback: minimum clearances from any property lines as required by the Zoning Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000465", "name": "Wainwright", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/wainwright/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/wainwright/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/wainwright/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Wainwright Land Use Bylaw No. 2022-04", "document_number": "2022-04", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/wainwright/backyard-hens/bylaw-2022-04/", "answer": "In the Town of Wainwright, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Wainwright Land Use Bylaw No. 2022-04, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep any Livestock in any part of the yard." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000466", "name": "Waiparous", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/waiparous/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/waiparous/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/waiparous/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of Waiparous Land Use Bylaw No. 157-23", "document_number": "157-23", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/waiparous/backyard-hens/bylaw-157-23/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of Waiparous, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of Waiparous Land Use Bylaw No. 157-23, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Animals, livestock and poultry are prohibited on any Parcel, except dogs, cats and usual indoor domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000467", "name": "Warburg", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/warburg/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/warburg/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/warburg/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Warburg Livestock Bylaw 41/00", "document_number": "41/00", "adopted_date": "2000-04-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/warburg/backyard-hens/bylaw-41-00/", "answer": "In the Village of Warburg, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Warburg Livestock Bylaw 41/00, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep livestock and/or poultry on any property within corporate boundaries." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000468", "name": "Warner", "type": "Village", "path": "/ca/ab/warner/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/warner/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/warner/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Village of Warner Urban Beekeeping Bylaw 660-26", "document_number": "660-26", "adopted_date": "2026-06-17", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/warner/backyard-hens/bylaw-660-26/", "answer": "In the Village of Warner, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Village of Warner Urban Beekeeping Bylaw 660-26, verified 2026-09-27. Permit or licence: Urban Beekeeping Licence required; fee prescribed in Rates Bylaw; Schedule A states $XXXXX; registration with Provincial Apiculturist required by June 30." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000470", "name": "Wembley", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/wembley/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/wembley/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/wembley/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Wembley Animal Control Bylaw 768 (Urban Hen Program)", "document_number": "768", "adopted_date": "2024-08-12", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/wembley/backyard-hens/bylaw-768/", "answer": "In the Town of Wembley, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Wembley Animal Control Bylaw 768 (Urban Hen Program), verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4) Hens. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock within Town boundaries without Council approval, except Urban Hens with a valid Urban Hen License. Permit or licence: Urban Hen License required; fee $100.00; PID Number required." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000471", "name": "West Baptiste", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/west-baptiste/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/west-baptiste/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/west-baptiste/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of West Baptiste Land Use Bylaw No. 106-2016", "document_number": "106-2016", "adopted_date": null, "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/west-baptiste/backyard-hens/bylaw-106-2016/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of West Baptiste, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of West Baptiste Land Use Bylaw No. 106-2016, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No animals other than domestic pets shall be allowed in the Residential District." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000472", "name": "West Cove", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/west-cove/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/west-cove/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/west-cove/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of West Cove Land Use Bylaw 417-16", "document_number": "417-16", "adopted_date": "2016-08-25", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/west-cove/backyard-hens/bylaw-417-16/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of West Cove, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of West Cove Land Use Bylaw 417-16, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep or permit to be kept in any part of any yard in any Land Use District any livestock." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000473", "name": "Westlock", "type": "Town", "path": "/ca/ab/westlock/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/westlock/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/westlock/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Town of Westlock Urban Chicken Bylaw 2023-07", "document_number": "2023-07", "adopted_date": "2023-07-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/westlock/backyard-hens/bylaw-2023-07/", "answer": "In the Town of Westlock, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Westlock Urban Chicken Bylaw 2023-07, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: no more than four (4) Chickens at any one time. Permit or licence: Chicken Permit required; no fee for the permit; $100.00 administration fee if contravention." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000474", "name": "Westlock County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/westlock-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/westlock-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/westlock-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Westlock County Land Use Bylaw 04-2016 (Consolidated as of January 2023)", "document_number": "04-2016", "adopted_date": "2017-01-24", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/westlock-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-04-2016/", "answer": "The Municipal District of Westlock County, Alberta has 1 adopted bylaw on file: Westlock County Land Use Bylaw 04-2016 (Consolidated as of January 2023), verified 2026-09-27." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000475", "name": "Wetaskiwin", "type": "City", "path": "/ca/ab/wetaskiwin/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/wetaskiwin/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/wetaskiwin/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "City of Wetaskiwin Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2000-21", "document_number": "2000-21", "adopted_date": "2021-09-27", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/wetaskiwin/backyard-hens/bylaw-2000-21/", "answer": "In the City of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Wetaskiwin Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2000-21, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No person shall keep Livestock in any area except where allowed under the Land Use Bylaw." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000476", "name": "Wheatland County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/wheatland-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/wheatland-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/wheatland-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Wheatland County Land Use Bylaw No. 2016-01", "document_number": "2016-01", "adopted_date": "2017-05-02", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/wheatland-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-2016-01/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Wheatland County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Wheatland County Land Use Bylaw No. 2016-01, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No farm animals or livestock are allowed on parcels with a Hamlet designation or in S-LDR, S-MDR, and DC-7 (Lakes of Muirfield)." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000478", "name": "White Sands", "type": "Summer Village", "path": "/ca/ab/white-sands/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/white-sands/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/white-sands/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Summer Village of White Sands Land Use Bylaw No. 186-22", "document_number": "186-22", "adopted_date": "2022-06-08", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/white-sands/backyard-hens/bylaw-186-22/", "answer": "In the Summer Village of White Sands, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Summer Village of White Sands Land Use Bylaw No. 186-22, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: No persons shall keep in their yards any livestock other than domestic pets." }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000480", "name": "Woodlands County", "type": "Municipal District", "path": "/ca/ab/woodlands-county/", "answer_page": "/ca/ab/woodlands-county/backyard-hens/", "json": "/ca/ab/woodlands-county/backyard-hens.json", "status": "found", "n_adopted": 1, "last_verified": "2026-09-27", "document": "Woodlands County Land Use Bylaw 630/25", "document_number": "630/25", "adopted_date": "2025-09-10", "transcript_url": "/ca/ab/woodlands-county/backyard-hens/bylaw-630-25/", "answer": "In the Municipal District of Woodlands County, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Woodlands County Land Use Bylaw 630/25, verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: CR allows animal units per parcel size; CRR prohibits livestock or farm animals of any type (horses, cattle, pigs, goats, etc.). Permit or licence: Development permit required for keeping animals in numbers greater than allowed; fee as established by County's Fees and Penalties Bylaw." } ], "not_on_file": [ { "municipality_id": "gx-000167", "name": "Amisk", "path": "/ca/ab/amisk/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000169", "name": "Argentia Beach", "path": "/ca/ab/argentia-beach/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000172", "name": "Athabasca County", "path": "/ca/ab/athabasca-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000173", "name": "Banff", "path": "/ca/ab/banff/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000177", "name": "Bashaw", "path": "/ca/ab/bashaw/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000180", "name": "Beaumont", "path": "/ca/ab/beaumont/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000181", "name": "Beaver County", "path": "/ca/ab/beaver-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000184", "name": "Bentley", "path": "/ca/ab/bentley/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000185", "name": "Berwyn", "path": "/ca/ab/berwyn/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000188", "name": "Big Valley", "path": "/ca/ab/big-valley/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000189", "name": "Birch Cove", "path": "/ca/ab/birch-cove/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000190", "name": "Birch Hills County", "path": "/ca/ab/birch-hills-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000192", "name": "Bittern Lake", "path": "/ca/ab/bittern-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000199", "name": "Bowden", "path": "/ca/ab/bowden/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000201", "name": "Brazeau County", "path": "/ca/ab/brazeau-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000213", "name": "Cardston County", "path": "/ca/ab/cardston-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000216", "name": "Castle Island", "path": "/ca/ab/castle-island/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000218", "name": "Champion", "path": "/ca/ab/champion/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000221", "name": "Chipman", "path": "/ca/ab/chipman/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000232", "name": "Coronation", "path": "/ca/ab/coronation/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000237", "name": "County of Newell", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-newell/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000245", "name": "County of Wetaskiwin No. 10", "path": "/ca/ab/county-of-wetaskiwin-no-10/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000250", "name": "Crystal Springs", "path": "/ca/ab/crystal-springs/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000252", "name": "Czar", "path": "/ca/ab/czar/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000254", "name": "Delburne", "path": "/ca/ab/delburne/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000256", "name": "Devon", "path": "/ca/ab/devon/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000269", "name": "Elk Point", "path": "/ca/ab/elk-point/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000271", "name": "Empress", "path": "/ca/ab/empress/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000272", "name": "Fairview", "path": "/ca/ab/fairview/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000276", "name": "Foremost", "path": "/ca/ab/foremost/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000278", "name": "Fort Macleod", "path": "/ca/ab/fort-macleod/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000283", "name": "Girouxville", "path": "/ca/ab/girouxville/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000286", "name": "Golden Days", "path": "/ca/ab/golden-days/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000288", "name": "Grandview", "path": "/ca/ab/grandview/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000289", "name": "Grimshaw", "path": "/ca/ab/grimshaw/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000290", "name": "Gull Lake", "path": "/ca/ab/gull-lake/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000291", "name": "Half Moon Bay", "path": "/ca/ab/half-moon-bay/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000293", "name": "Hardisty", "path": "/ca/ab/hardisty/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000299", "name": "Hill Spring", "path": "/ca/ab/hill-spring/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000300", "name": "Hines Creek", "path": "/ca/ab/hines-creek/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000307", "name": "Innisfree", "path": "/ca/ab/innisfree/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000308", "name": "Irma", "path": "/ca/ab/irma/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000309", "name": "Irricana", "path": "/ca/ab/irricana/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000311", "name": "Island Lake South", "path": "/ca/ab/island-lake-south/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000312", "name": "Itaska Beach", "path": "/ca/ab/itaska-beach/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000313", "name": "Jarvis Bay", "path": "/ca/ab/jarvis-bay/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000319", "name": "Lac Ste. Anne County", "path": "/ca/ab/lac-ste-anne-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000320", "name": "Lacombe", "path": "/ca/ab/lacombe/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000324", "name": "Lamont County", "path": "/ca/ab/lamont-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000325", "name": "Larkspur", "path": "/ca/ab/larkspur/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000326", "name": "Leduc", "path": "/ca/ab/leduc/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000330", "name": "Lethbridge County", "path": "/ca/ab/lethbridge-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000336", "name": "Ma-Me-O Beach", "path": "/ca/ab/ma-me-o-beach/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000337", "name": "Mackenzie County", "path": "/ca/ab/mackenzie-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000342", "name": "Mayerthorpe", "path": "/ca/ab/mayerthorpe/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000348", "name": "Milo", "path": "/ca/ab/milo/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000349", "name": "Morinville", "path": "/ca/ab/morinville/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000350", "name": "Morrin", "path": "/ca/ab/morrin/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000353", "name": "Municipal District of Acadia No. 34", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-acadia-no-34/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000358", "name": "Municipal District of Lesser Slave River No. 124", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-lesser-slave-river-no-124/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000361", "name": "Municipal District of Pincher Creek No. 9", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-pincher-creek-no-9/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000363", "name": "Municipal District of Ranchland No. 66", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-ranchland-no-66/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000364", "name": "Municipal District of Smoky River No. 130", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-smoky-river-no-130/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000368", "name": "Municipal District of Willow Creek No. 26", "path": "/ca/ab/municipal-district-of-willow-creek-no-26/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000371", "name": "Munson", "path": "/ca/ab/munson/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000374", "name": "Nampa", "path": "/ca/ab/nampa/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000379", "name": "Northern Sunrise County", "path": "/ca/ab/northern-sunrise-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000382", "name": "Onoway", "path": "/ca/ab/onoway/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000383", "name": "Oyen", "path": "/ca/ab/oyen/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000384", "name": "Paradise Valley", "path": "/ca/ab/paradise-valley/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000385", "name": "Parkland Beach", "path": "/ca/ab/parkland-beach/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000387", "name": "Peace River", "path": "/ca/ab/peace-river/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000389", "name": "Penhold", "path": 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"last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000416", "name": "Seba Beach", "path": "/ca/ab/seba-beach/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000417", "name": "Sedgewick", "path": "/ca/ab/sedgewick/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000418", "name": "Sexsmith", "path": "/ca/ab/sexsmith/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000423", "name": "Smoky Lake County", "path": "/ca/ab/smoky-lake-county/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000438", "name": "Strathmore", "path": "/ca/ab/strathmore/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000440", "name": "Sunbreaker Cove", "path": "/ca/ab/sunbreaker-cove/", "status": "found", "last_verified": "2026-09-27" }, { "municipality_id": "gx-000441", "name": "Sundance Beach", "path": "/ca/ab/sundance-beach/", "status": "found", 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