Backyard hens & livestock — Rural Municipality of Victoria, Manitoba
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Rural Municipality of Victoria, Manitoba, livestock rule: A maximum of one (1) animal unit (cumulative across species) is permitted for every 6 acres of site area; permit or licence: development permit is required; setback: minimum setback of 15 feet from any site line. Source: Zoning By-law No. 1441/2022, verified 2026-08-28.
Zoning By-law No. 1441/2022
adopted bylaw
livestock rule
A maximum of one (1) animal unit (cumulative across species) is permitted for every 6 acres of site area
s. 4.4(a)
permit or licence
development permit is required
s. 6.3(b)
setback
minimum setback of 15 feet from any site line
s. 4.4(e)
scout note
"Animal Keeping" allows up to 1 animal unit per 6 acres (2 acres per horse for hobby farms), with 15 ft setbacks for animal structures and odour controls; apiaries are a conditional use within 1 mile of a residence.