viii. Located in Rear Yard Only . The chicken coop and/or pen shall only be permitted in the rear yard, as defined in the Land Development Ordinance, of a zoning lot and shall comply with a minimum setback of 15 feet from the side and rear property lines, and in addition:
1. Proximity to Residential Structures . The chicken coop and pen shall be located closer to the owners’ principal structure than any adjacent principal structure.
B. Required Maintenance
i. Maintenance . The chicken coop shall be clean and sanitary, with all droppings and organic materials properly disposed of.
ii. Prohibited Activity . On-site slaughter of chickens shall be prohibited.
iii. Disposal . If a chicken dies natural causes and is not intended to be consumed by the owners, it shall be promptly disposed of with household waste.
(3)
Accessory Use, Residential – Agricultural Animals.
A. Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction Only. Agricultural animals, as defined, shall only be permitted on residential lots in the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ).
B. Maximum Number.
i. Lots Less Than One (1) Acre. No more than two (2) agricultural animals shall be permitted.
ii. Lots One (1) to Two (2) Acres. No more than five (5) agricultural animals shall be permitted.
iii. Lots Greater than Two (2) Acres. No maximum number of agricultural animals shall apply to lots greater than two (2) acres in size.
C. Location. Any stable or structure housing animals shall be a minimum of 100 feet from any adjacent residential structure.
D. Fenced Enclosure.
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