Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Town of Swan Hills, Alberta, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Swan Hills Land Use Bylaw 2012 (Bylaw No. 2012-14), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: no more than four larger animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, etc.) at any one time. All animals must be confined to the owners lot.
Town of Swan Hills Land Use Bylaw 2012 (Bylaw No. 2012-14)
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
s. 8.8(9)(a)
livestock rule
no more than four larger animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats, etc.) at any one time. All animals must be confined to the owners lot.
s. 8.8(9)(a)
scout note
In the Estate Residential Restricted district, each lot may keep household pets plus up to 4 larger animals (horses, cattle, sheep, goats) and chickens/geese/rabbits on a non-commercial basis, with all animals confined to the owner's lot.