Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?

Backyard hens & livestock — Salmo, British Columbia: Animal Control Bylaw No. 699, 2018

In the Village of Salmo, British Columbia, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Animal Control Bylaw No. 699, 2018, verified 2026-08-28. Max hens: 6. Livestock rule: Prohibited on lots under 4.05 hectares (10 acres) and limited to Zones RR-1 (Rural) and R-2 (Estate Residential). Permit or licence: proof must be presented yearly.

Animal Control Bylaw No. 699, 2018 adopted bylaw

hens permitted	yes	s. 6.1.1
max hens	6	s. 6.1.3(b)
roosters prohibited	yes	s. 6.1.3(c)
bees permitted	yes	Part 7
livestock rule	Prohibited on lots under 4.05 hectares (10 acres) and limited to Zones RR-1 (Rural) and R-2 (Estate Residential).	s. 4.1.4
permit or licence	proof must be presented yearly	s. 6.1.3(a)

scout note

Poultry keeping permitted only on lots 696.77m2 (7,500 sq ft) or larger and not within a habitation structure; maximum 6 poultry of any kind per property at a time. Must not create a nuisance and premises kept sanitary.