Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Township of Augusta, Ontario, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by By-law 3576-2022 Backyard Fowl By-Law, verified 2026-09-25. Max hens: Up to 0.5ac: 5; Over 0.5ac to 4.94ac: 10; Rural under 2ha: 25. Setback: meet all minimum zoning requirements and setbacks for accessory structures in the zone.
Up to 0.5ac: 5; Over 0.5ac to 4.94ac: 10; Rural under 2ha: 25
s. 3.2
roosters prohibited
yes
s. 3.4
setback
meet all minimum zoning requirements and setbacks for accessory structures in the zone
s. 4.3
scout note
Permits backyard fowl: max 5 (lots up to 0.5ac), 10 (over 0.5ac residential/village) or 25 (rural, under 2ha); no roosters permitted; coops/runs must meet zoning setbacks and not be in front/side yard.