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West Fargo to allow backyard chickens

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West Fargo City Commissioners voted 3-2 to allow people to keep backyard chickens. The ordinance will allow up to six chickens -- as long as residents get an annual permit. Coops can't be in the front yard, and the chickens would have to remain in the coop at all times.

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West Fargo joins the flock of cities that allow backyard chickens

WEST FARGO People will now be able to provide for their own poultry in their West Fargo backyard. The West Fargo City Commission approved the second reading of a new ordinance that permits residents to apply for a permit to house chickens in their backyard on Monday, April 1. Although approved, the ordinance ruffled the feathers of some. Commissioner Brad Olson said he received emails opposing the ordinance and that allowing chickens in backyar…

1 month ago·Fargo, United States

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West Fargo Commission Votes 3-2 To Allow Backyard Chickens

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — West Fargo City Commissioners take up the issue of allowing backyard chickens in the city. They voted three to two to allow up to six chickens with an annual permit. One commissioner said he has heard concerns about attracting predators, smells and the amount of daylight it takes to produce eggs. Commissioners Mark Simmons and Brad Olson said they agree with many people that called the ordinance a joke before voting aga…

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