Backyard hens & livestock — County of Northern Lights, Alberta
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
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.
County of Northern Lights Bylaw No. 21-61-458 (Chickens and Solar Panels)
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
K7.3(a)
max hens
10
K7.3(b)
roosters prohibited
yes
K7.3(c)
permit or licence
Development Permit and Premises Identification (PID) registration required
K7.3(g)(i)
setback
side and rear yard setbacks as a standard Accessory Building
K7.3(f)
scout note
Adds 'Hamlet Chickens' as a discretionary use in the Hamlet of Dixonville only: up to 10 chickens (no roosters) in an enclosed Chicken Coop, restricted to the rear yard of single/semi-detached homes, under an annually renewable development permit requiring a Premises ID.