Backyard hens & livestock — Eastern Kings, Prince Edward Island
Can I keep chickens, bees, or livestock on my property?
In the Rural municipality of Eastern Kings, Prince Edward Island, backyard hens & livestock rules are set by Rural Municipality of Eastern Kings Subdivision and Development Control Bylaw (Zoning & Subdivision Control Bylaw), verified 2026-09-27. Livestock rule: Household livestock operations are not listed as permitted in the Residential Zone; uses not listed are not permitted. Setback: 1.8 metres (6 feet) from any property lines.
Rural Municipality of Eastern Kings Subdivision and Development Control Bylaw (Zoning & Subdivision Control Bylaw)
adopted bylaw
bees permitted
yes
s. 6.7.1
livestock rule
Household livestock operations are not listed as permitted in the Residential Zone; uses not listed are not permitted.
s. 8.2.2; s. 2.3
setback
1.8 metres (6 feet) from any property lines
s. 6.7.1(a)
scout note
Beekeeping is a permitted accessory use in Agricultural, Residential and Mixed-use zones: hives set back 1.8m from property lines unless fenced/hedged to 1.8m, plus a water source (6.7). "Household Livestock Operations" require min. 4,000 sq.m of lot per animal unit plus manure-storage setbacks (6.5).