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Today in DC it is technically legal to keep hens — but the law (Section 902.7 (a) Animal Control Code) states that hen houses cannot be within 50 feet of any place of residence. This essentially bans hens from the vast majority of neighborhoods in the city. There is now a national movement to re-introduce chickens in cities, as part of the movement away from industrial food and back to wholesome, locally produced food. 
Cities across the US are bringing back the backyard hen! Here in DC, our city council is considering a bill that would allow more people to keep hens, safely and cleanly, in their backyards. We ask that city council hold a public hearing so that our representatives can learn more and consider new regulations that would let more residents keep hens. Read more about the issue here, or go right ahead and sign this petition below. |
yes to backyard hens!