Chattamatters Now: Chattanooga Considers Legalizing Backyard Chickens

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In this Chattamatters NOW segment, William Newlin of Chattamatters discusses the upcoming city council vote on whether to legalize backyard chickens in Chattanooga.

Currently, owning chickens is illegal in most parts of the city, but many residents keep them quietly. City officials are considering a new ordinance that would allow residents with yards and shared spaces to own a limited number of hens, with specific rules to address concerns like noise, predators, and roaming.

The proposed law would be a one-year trial, giving the city a chance to see how urban chicken keeping works and whether it should become a permanent option. William explores what this change could mean for local residents and the debates surrounding urban poultry. Click belwo to listen!

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