Backyard hens & livestock — West Kelowna, British Columbia
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the City of West Kelowna, British Columbia, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Zoning Bylaw No. 0320, 2024, verified 2026-09-24. Livestock rule: In Residential Zones, animal housing permitted as per Animal Control Bylaw. Permit or licence: as per the Animal Control Bylaw. Setback: minimum of 15.0 m (49.2 ft) from any neighbouring dwelling.
Zoning Bylaw No. 0320, 2024
adopted bylaw
livestock rule
In Residential Zones, animal housing permitted as per Animal Control Bylaw.
s. 3.9.1(g)
permit or licence
as per the Animal Control Bylaw
s. 3.9.1(g)
setback
minimum of 15.0 m (49.2 ft) from any neighbouring dwelling
s. 3.9.1(g)
scout note
Accessory buildings/structures housing poultry in Residential zones capped at 10 sq.m floor area and must sit 15m from any neighbouring dwelling; animal keeping otherwise governed by (regional district) Animal Control Bylaw.