Bees. The keeping of honeybees in the yards of single family residences or duplexes located in any zoning district is a permitted use, if the use complies with the following:
To ensure that the keeping of domestic fowl is done in a responsible manner that protects the public health, safety, and welfare and avoids conflicts with neighboring uses, Dane County Zoning enforces the following requirements:
Dane County Zoning permits are required prior to placing covered residential chicken enclosures on properties. The table below provides the requirements for such structures:
Permit required | Yes |
Zoning district | All residential |
Residence required | Yes |
Location | Within rear and/or side yards |
Maximum size | 120 square feet* |
Maximum height | 12 feet |
Setback to any property line | 4 feet |
Setback to any adjoining lot's residential structure | 25 feet |
Setback to water of any lake, river, or stream | 75 feet |
Permit fee | $15.00 |