Backyard hens & livestock — Marystown, Newfoundland and Labrador
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Town of Marystown, Newfoundland and Labrador, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of Marystown Development Regulations, 2017-2027, verified 2026-08-29. Max hens: 12 head of poultry (>=0.4ha); 4 chickens (<0.4ha, >669m2). Livestock rule: 2 livestock species (cow, bull, horse, mule, ass, swine, llama) allowed per 0.4 hectares minimum lot size. Permit or licence: Permit required for keeping animals; fee per annual schedule.
Town of Marystown Development Regulations, 2017-2027
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
s. 4.2.2.3
max hens
12 head of poultry (>=0.4ha); 4 chickens (<0.4ha, >669m2)
s. 4.2.2.3
roosters prohibited
yes
s. 4.2.2.3
livestock rule
2 livestock species (cow, bull, horse, mule, ass, swine, llama) allowed per 0.4 hectares minimum lot size.
s. 4.2.2.3
permit or licence
Permit required for keeping animals; fee per annual schedule.
s. 4.2.2.1; s. 2.5.10
scout note
Development Regulations' Livestock and Poultry Standards allow, per 0.4ha lot (min 0.4ha), 2 large livestock, 6 sheep/goats, 12 poultry (no roosters), or 12 rabbits; lots from 669 sq m up to 0.4ha may keep up to 4 chickens, no roosters.