Backyard hens & livestock — Hampden, Newfoundland and Labrador
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Town of Hampden, Newfoundland and Labrador, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Hampden Development Regulations 2020, verified 2026-08-29. Max hens: up to a total of 25 birds. Livestock rule: Livestock structures/land only permitted in Rural (RUR) or Forestry (FOR) Zones. Permit or licence: Permits are not required for keeping of small pets and small birds.
Town of Hampden Development Regulations 2020
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
s. 45(3)
max hens
up to a total of 25 birds
s. 45(3)
livestock rule
Livestock structures/land only permitted in Rural (RUR) or Forestry (FOR) Zones.
s. 45(1)
permit or licence
Permits are not required for keeping of small pets and small birds
s. 45(3)
scout note
Regulation 45(3) allows keeping small pets and up to 25 small birds (chickens, ducks, geese) without a permit; larger livestock (5+ animal units) is restricted to Rural/Forestry zones with distance setbacks from residences.