§505.07 Backyard Livestock
Title V: General Offenses
Chapter 505: Animals
Published by American Legal Publishing
Updated 2026-01-15
Residents may keep small livestock on lots of 10,000 square feet or more with a permit from the Village Manager. Permitted animals include chickens (hens only, maximum six), rabbits, and miniature goats (maximum two, does only). All animals shall be housed in an enclosed structure in the rear yard at least 20 feet from any neighboring dwelling. Manure shall be composted or removed weekly.
This topic in other municipalities
- Village of Granville §505.05 Keeping of Livestock
- City of Delaware §505.09 Backyard Chickens