01/29/2025
In today’s ever changing world, more and more of the younger generation are coming back to the old ways. This rebirth of homesteading and self reliance comes with some hills to climb, hoops to jump through and mountains of red tape for many.
If your goal is to provide for your family then here are my suggestions.
If you live within incorporated city limits you need to check the local ordinances.
*Most cities allow gardens but some require them to be in back yards and not front.
*Many cities have rules that allow for a certain number of hens but generally roosters are prohibited. Roosters are not needed to produce eggs and can become bothersome to neighbors.
*Some cities will allow meat rabbits.
*In general most cities do not allow livestock such as goats, cows, turkeys or waterfowl but again, check first.
*Consider quail. Used for both eggs and meat, these small birds can be a great addition.
If you want to live in town, but you still want livestock then I suggest gathering petitions, support, and going to council meetings to try and be the change.
Many newer subdivisions that are being built in our area are on one acre or larger lots and many don’t have the restrictions that come with town life. If living a sustainable life it truly your goal and you aren’t able to change ordinances then my suggestion would be to move to a location that will allow you the freedom to live your life in a more humble way.
With all this said, please be aware that even country life has rules. Living rural doesn’t mean you can do ANYTHING you want. There are still ordinances in the county. There are still rules in place.
