Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
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.
Village of Cowley Bylaw 368-21 (Animal Control Bylaw Amendment - Chickens)
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
s. 2(a)
max hens
10 chickens
s. 2(a)
roosters prohibited
yes
s. 2(b)
scout note
Allows up to 10 hens per parcel village-wide; roosters prohibited. Requires a secure coop with minimum floor/outdoor-enclosure space per bird, sanitary manure storage and biosecurity measures.