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An alternative to consider would be to install a privacy fence along the west side of the run, or relocate the run to the side of the existing shed that faces the applicant’s house – in this way, the shed would screen the run from the neighboring property to the west. The application indicates that the chickens will be fully enclosed in the proposed coop. The application does not state the materials of the chicken coop or if it will be painted. This should be a condition of approval. As noted, the applicants are requesting approval for three 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 three female chickens on the property located at 3509 31st Avenue NE. A resolution reflecting approval is attached to this staff report. This approval should be conditioned on the following: • Screening from the property to the west by evergreen vegetation, or privacy fence. • The applicant shall comply with city code related to accessory buildings regarding building materials used to construct the chicken coop. This should include paint or other finishing materials. • The applicant shall comply with city code related to accessory building height requirements. 2. Motion to deny the request for chickens at 3509 31st Avenue 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 10