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OH HB124

OH HB124
Allow small livestock on residential property


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Introduced
03/07/2019
In Committee
03/12/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

133rd General Assembly

Bill Summary

To amend sections 303.21 and 519.21 and to enact section 901.60 of the Revised Code to allow an owner of residential property to keep small livestock on the property and to prohibit zoning authorities from regulating certain noncommercial agricultural activities on residential property.

AI Summary

This bill would allow an owner of residential property in Ohio to keep small livestock, such as goats, chickens, and rabbits, on their property for noncommercial personal use and enjoyment. The bill would prohibit zoning authorities from regulating these agricultural activities on residential property, except in cases where the livestock creates a nuisance, unsanitary conditions, or the number of livestock exceeds a certain ratio per acre of the property. The bill also harmonizes conflicting amendments to an existing law regarding township zoning regulations.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

House Rules and Reference 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony (10:15 11/18/2020 Room 017 (Overflow in Room 018)) (on 11/18/2020)

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