Local Government Food Policy Database

Chapter 17 Article III. Regulation of the Slaughter of Chickens, Rabbits, Goats and Sheep, City of Burlington

Jurisdiction Name City of Burlington
State / Province VT
Country United States
Type of Government Municipality
Population 42,556
Population Range 20,000 to 49,999
Year 2015
Policy Links View Policy Online
Policy Type regulation
GFC Topic community food production
Keywords animals, backyard animals, backyard chickens, chicken, chickens, cuniculture, food processing, food production, keeping of animals, livestock, meat, small animals, urban agriculture
Adopting Government Department(s) Burlington City Council
Lead Implementing Entity(s) City of Burlington
Supporting Entity(s)

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Funding Amount n/a
Funding Sources n/a
Policy Outcome(s)

This ordinance establishes minimum standards for the slaughter of chickens, rabbits, goats, and sheep which have been or will be used for food.


Contact Alison Nihart - please do not list, but feel free to contact me
Position Title Former coordinator
Organization Burlington Food Council
Phone 5853297366