Backyard Chicken Ordinance Goes Into Effect Today, July 1

The city of Oshkosh would like to remind residents that the city’s new backyard chicken ordinance becomes effective July 1, 2011. The Oshkosh Common Council passed resolution 11-139 on March 22, 2011 allowing backyard chickens in some areas of city.

The full resolution including the parameters of the program, license application, how-to brochure, and other informational items can be found at

A review of license applications requires a one to two day turnaround. The licensing fee is $10.00.

If you would like more information please contact Planning Services at (920) 236-5059.

http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/Community_Development/Planning_Services/.