Mount Pocono Council Approves Ordinance Allowing Non-Commercial Backyard Chicken Keeping

Executive Highlights

### Key Takeaways * The Borough of Mount Pocono intends to permit the keeping of up to five (5) chickens on residential properties. * Neighbors must be notified of the applicant's intention to keep chickens. * Coops and pens must meet specific standards, including climate control and adequate ventilation.

Legislative Actions

Ordinance No. 5 of 2022: Keeping of Chickens (Non-Commercial)

Passed

Motion

Borough Council

Second

None

Vote

Unanimous

Public Testimony

Resident

Support for backyard chicken keeping as a way to promote self-sufficiency and sustainability

Sentiment: Supportive

Another Resident

Concerns about noise, odor, and potential health hazards from chicken waste

Sentiment: Critical

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