Backyard hens & livestock — Stephenville Crossing, Newfoundland and Labrador

Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?

In the Town of Stephenville Crossing, Newfoundland and Labrador, hens permitted: True; max hens: up to a total of 10 birds; livestock rule: Large animals including horses are not deemed an accessory use within the municipal boundary; agricultural structures restricted to T-RIND or RUR Zones.; permit or licence: Permits or Council approvals are not required. Source: Town of Stephenville Crossing Development Regulations 2021, verified 2026-08-29.

Town of Stephenville Crossing Development Regulations 2021 adopted bylaw
hens permitted True Regulation 45(1)
max hens up to a total of 10 birds Regulation 45(1)
livestock rule Large animals including horses are not deemed an accessory use within the municipal boundary; agricultural structures restricted to T-RIND or RUR Zones. Regulation 45(1), 45(3)
permit or licence Permits or Council approvals are not required Regulation 45(1)
scout note

Development Regulations allow keeping pets and small birds — including up to 10 chickens, ducks or geese total — without a permit anywhere in the municipal boundary, but large animals (cows, horses, sheep, goats, pigs) are not permitted as an accessory use.

Machine-readable: backyard-hens.json · Official website: https://www.thetownofstephenvillecrossing.com/ · Last verified 2026-08-29 · Backyard hens & livestock in other municipalities