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The application indicates that the chickens will be fully enclosed in the proposed coop, with the “run” made of chicken wire. The application does not state the materials of the chicken coop or if it will be painted. As noted, the applicants are requesting approval for six female chickens (hens). The City’s requirements will typically specify that the chickens must all be hens, no male roosters permitted on the property to avoid noise concerns. The application indicates compliance with this condition. CITY CODE RELATED TO REQUEST Title IX General Regulations, Chapter 91 Animals, Section § 91.56 KEEPING OF CERTAIN ANIMALS states that “No person may keep swine, cattle, horses, goats, or more than 2 dogs or 3 dogs allowed under § 91.01 through 91.05 or fowl, within the city nearer than 500 feet to any human habitation or platted land, without approval of the City Council. The City Council may, before approving or denying any request for approval, request a report from the Health Officer concerning the effect on public health.” REQUESTED ACTION Staff has reviewed the request, and recommends approval of the request. 1. Motion to adopt a resolution approving the request to keep six female chickens on the property located at 3511 Harding St NE. A resolution reflecting approval is attached to this staff report. This approval should be conditioned on building materials of the chicken coop demonstrating compliance with accessory buildings in the city. 2. Motion to deny the request for chickens at 3511 Harding St NE, and direct staff to prepare a resolution declaring terms of the same. In the event the City Council chooses denial of the request, it should clearly state its reasons for the denial and direct staff to prepare a resolution based on said findings. ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Request Letter and Diagrams 46