Local Government Food Policy Database
Keeping of Chickens, Ordinance No. 13,605
| Jurisdiction Name | Madison |
| State / Province | WI |
| Country | United States |
| Type of Government | Municipality |
| Population | 233,209 |
| Population Range | 50,000 to 249,999 |
| Year | 2004 |
| Policy Links |
Download PDF |
| Policy Type | ordinance |
| GFC Topic | community food production |
| Keywords | agriculture, backyard animals, backyard chickens, chickens, food production, local, local food production, urban, urban agriculture, zoning |
| Adopting Government Department(s) | Madison City Council |
| Lead Implementing Entity(s) | Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection |
| Supporting Entity(s) | Zoning Administrator. City of Madison Treasurer |
| Funding Amount | n/a |
| Funding Sources | n/a |
| Policy Outcome(s) |
The City of Madison began allowing chickens as an accessory use on lots with up to four dwelling units. Restrictions include the keeping of roosters and slaughter. The chickens must have a covered enclosure and be kept in the covered enclosure or fenced enclosure. It must be at least 25 feet from any residential structure on an adjacent lot. A license is required, which costs $10. |
| Additional Resources |
http://www.cityofmadison.com/dpced/bi/raising-chickens/65/ |
| Contact | |
| Organization | City of Madison Zoning Staff |
| Phone | 608-266-4551 |
