Backyard Chickens

The Township of Georgian Bluffs currently only be permits livestock, including chickens and other poultry, on a lot in the Agricultural or Rural Zone that has an area of 0.8 hectares or greater. The current By-Law states that livestock shall not be permitted on residential lots.

The Township is conducting public consultation to determine residents’ level of interest for keeping backyard chickens in other residential areas outside of Agricultural or Rural zones. Share your input on backyard chickens in Georgian Bluffs by completing the survey below, adding your insights to the idea board, or adding a pin to the map on where you think backyard chickens should be allowed.