Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the City of Quinte West, Ontario, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by By-law 11-138, Backyard Hen Licensing and Control By-law, verified 2026-09-25. Max hens: 4. Permit or licence: Hen coop licence required; fee as set out in Schedule C of the Consolidated Fees By-law.
By-law 11-138, Backyard Hen Licensing and Control By-law
adopted bylaw
hens permitted
yes
s. 4.1
max hens
4
s. 4.5
roosters prohibited
yes
s. 4.4
permit or licence
Hen coop licence required; fee as set out in Schedule C of the Consolidated Fees By-law
s. 4.2
scout note
Licence required to keep hens; max 4 hens per residential property (min. 0.5-acre lot on an 18-month trial), roosters strictly prohibited, no on-site slaughter or selling of eggs/products.