Backyard hens & livestock — Summerside, Prince Edward Island

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

In the City of Summerside, Prince Edward Island, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by City of Summerside Animal Control Bylaw (CS-15), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Horses and listed livestock require an animal permit to keep or harbour within the City; bona fide farm animals exempt. Permit or licence: Animal permit required for chickens/livestock; fee set by Council resolution (amount not stated).

City of Summerside Animal Control Bylaw (CS-15) adopted bylaw
hens permitted yes s. 18.1
livestock rule Horses and listed livestock require an animal permit to keep or harbour within the City; bona fide farm animals exempt. s. 18.1
permit or licence Animal permit required for chickens/livestock; fee set by Council resolution (amount not stated). s. 18.1; s. 18.5
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Requires a City animal permit (with notice to neighbours within 200ft) to keep horses, chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, pigeons, guinea-fowl and other listed animals; exempts bona fide farms.

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