FAQs

Council manages By-laws in conjunction with its Enforcement Policy. The aim of enforcement is to ensure that the issue is solved. In most cases, Council will try to encourage and educate in the first instance of a breach. 

Under the proposed Domestic Livestock and Bee Management By-law, residents within township areas would require Council permission to keep:

• Roosters
• Beehives
• Livestock (including horses, sheep, goats, pigs, cattle, and similar animals)

Permission would be assessed based on:

• Relevant Codes of Practice and industry standards
• Compliance with nuisance legislation
• Site suitability (e.g. property size, fencing, animal welfare provisions)
• Potential for impact on neighbours and the local environment

Conditions may be placed on approvals to manage these risks, and permissions may be revoked if not adhered to.

You’ll need a permit whenever another Council By-law says one is required — for example, to place objects on a footpath or conduct an event.

Yes, but if the bees, livestock or roosters are causing a nuisance Council will investigate under the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act.

Only residents within designated townships will be required to seek permission to keep these animals. 

Use the Townships Map available on the Hills Local Laws engagement page to explore the different townships located within the Adelaide Hills Council.