Summary
Two homeowners sought permits to keep up to six hens in their rear yards — one in Hermitage Park Addition and one in the Brittany subdivision. These cases show how county zoning rules treat small-scale poultry keeping in single-family neighborhoods.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jan 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
None beyond standard permit costs.
✅Who benefits
The two applicants, plus neighbors who might want the same option.
⚠️Who could be affected
Nearby neighbors could raise concerns about noise or odor if the permits are granted.
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