Backyard hens & livestock — Avondale, Newfoundland and Labrador

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

In the Town of Avondale, Newfoundland and Labrador, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Avondale Development Regulations, 2019-2029, verified 2026-08-29. Max hens: 12 head of poultry (0.4 ha+); 4 chickens (<0.4 ha). Livestock rule: 2 livestock (cow, horse, swine, etc.) per 0.4 hectare minimum; 4 chickens on lots >669 m2 but <0.4 ha. Permit or licence: Permit required; fee per annual schedule.

Town of Avondale Development Regulations, 2019-2029 adopted bylaw
hens permitted yes s. 4.2.2.2
max hens 12 head of poultry (0.4 ha+); 4 chickens (<0.4 ha) s. 4.2.2.2
roosters prohibited yes s. 4.2.2.2
livestock rule 2 livestock (cow, horse, swine, etc.) per 0.4 hectare minimum; 4 chickens on lots >669 m2 but <0.4 ha. s. 4.2.2.2
permit or licence Permit required; fee per annual schedule s. 4.2.2; s. 2.4.10
scout note

Section 4.2.2.2 Livestock and Poultry Standards: on lots of at least 0.4ha, residents may keep 2 large livestock (cow, horse, swine, llama, etc.), 6 sheep/goats, 12 poultry (roosters excluded) or 12 rabbits; lots between 669m2 and 0.4ha may keep up to 4 chickens, no roosters.

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