Backyard hens & livestock — Colwood, British Columbia
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the City of Colwood, British Columbia, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Land Use Bylaw No. 151, 1989 (Consolidated) - Section 2.1.19, verified 2026-09-27. Max hens: four (4). Setback: 3m (9.8 ft) from rear or side lot line; front yard requirement or front face of principal building.
Land Use Bylaw No. 151, 1989 (Consolidated) - Section 2.1.19
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
s. 2.1.19(1)
max hens
four (4)
s. 2.1.19(1)(a)
roosters prohibited
yes
s. 2.1.19(1)(b)
setback
3m (9.8 ft) from rear or side lot line; front yard requirement or front face of principal building
s. 2.1.19(1)(f)
scout note
Keeping of chickens permitted accessory to a single-family dwelling on lots 550 m2 to 4,000 m2: max 4 chickens, roosters prohibited, secure fenced enclosure, structures max 2.4 m high with 3 m setbacks, no slaughter or sale of products.