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

Backyard hens & livestock — South River, Newfoundland and Labrador: Town of South River Development Regulations 2017-2027

In the Town of South River, Newfoundland and Labrador, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Town of South River Development Regulations 2017-2027, verified 2026-08-29. Max hens: 12. Livestock rule: Council may permit keeping of hens, ducks, or geese for personal use; livestock agriculture is discretionary. Permit or licence: Development permit required for discretionary use.

Town of South River Development Regulations 2017-2027 adopted bylaw

hens permitted	yes	Schedule C, RES, Condition 11(1)
max hens	12	Schedule C, RES, Condition 11(2)(a)
livestock rule	Council may permit keeping of hens, ducks, or geese for personal use; livestock agriculture is discretionary.	Schedule C, RES, Condition 11
permit or licence	Development permit required for discretionary use	Regulation 8; Schedule C, RES, Condition 11
setback	1.6 metres from side or rear lot line; 3.0 metres from another building	Schedule C, RES, Condition 9(4), 9(5)

scout note

Residential zone schedule lets Council, at its discretion after public notice to neighbours, permit keeping hens, ducks or geese: max 12 birds (any combination) per residential lot, plus any conditions Council sets to limit impacts on neighbours.