Caps small animals (including rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, cats) at a combined max of 6 per property outside agricultural zones; also restricts sale/giveaway of turtles.
Backyard hens & livestock — Delta, British Columbia
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the City of Delta, British Columbia, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Delta Keeping of Animals Regulation Bylaw No. 1745, 1971 (Consolidated) and 1 other bylaw, verified 2026-08-28. Max hens: not more than 4.
| hens permitted | yes | s. 6.1.2(d)(i) |
| max hens | not more than 4 | s. 6.1.2(d)(i) |
| roosters prohibited | yes | s. 6.1.2(d)(i)(2) |
| bees permitted | yes | s. 6.1.2(d)(ii) |
| setback | coop: comply with the minimum setback regulations for an accessory structure in the applicable zone and Section 6.2.13(b); hive: located at a minimum of 7.5 m from all lot lines | s. 6.1.2(d)(i)(3); s. 6.1.2(d)(ii)(3.2) |
scout note
Urban agriculture: 2-4 hens (no roosters) permitted in RS/RD zones for personal use only; beekeeping (2-4 hives) permitted with siting/screening rules; household pets rule caps pigeons/game birds at 4.