In R1, R2, R3 and FD residential zones, allows up to 5 Galliformes (chickens, pheasants, turkeys etc.) or 5 Anserformes (ducks/geese) or 60 pigeons/doves per property, in escape-proof, well-maintained enclosures kept 10m from a neighbouring house and 3m from side/rear lot lines, not in front/side yards.
Backyard hens & livestock — Erin, Ontario
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
The Town of Erin, Ontario has 1 adopted bylaw on file: By-law 16-33 to Regulate the Keeping of Animals, verified 2026-08-28.