Chicken Ordinance for Waterloo, Indiana

DeKalb County, Indiana

VerifiedGrade: B+

Basic Requirements

Maximum Chickens: 12

Minimum Lot Size: Not specified

Roosters Allowed: No

Permit Required: Yes

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Setback Requirements

From Homes: 0

From Property Line: 0

Fees

Fee Amount: $5

Fee Type: One-time

Additional Information

(a) There must be at least four square feet per chicken of permeable land area available for chickens plus adequate enclosed shelter space for all chickens. (b) Adequate shelter must be provided to protect the chickens from the elements and to prevent wildlife or other predators from gaining entry. (c) Adequate fencing shall be provided to prevent the chickens from escaping when not in their shelters. The outside pen shall be completely enclosed with wire or other covering. (d) At any one time, only one chicken harbor or pen is permitted on any property. (e) No roosters may be kept on any property.

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Last Updated: 1/15/2025