Welcome to A2 City Chickens

In June of 2008, Ann Arbor City Council passed Ordinance No. 08-19 (Chapter 107 Animals) allowing city residents to have up to 4 hens (no roosters) in a coop, no closer than 40' from the nearest neighbors living quarters. Included in the ordinance was a mandatory “neighbor waiver” requiring all property connecting neighbors to sign-off and give their approval for the permit and no person shall slaughter any chickens.

The A2 City Chickens web site was created by pro-poultry people who want to share the benefits of raising their own food, and to bring to light the misconceptions people might have about the raising of poultry in an urban setting.

Thanks for stopping by and please check back with us soon.


	Backyard Chicken Permit - NEW UPDATED VERSION! (77.0 KB) This is a copy downloaded from the City Clerk´s Office website on 9/11/2008, for updates please visit their site.

Growing Hope Fall Classes & Workshops

Class locations vary (all in Ypsilanti). Well provide you directions when you reserve your spot by calling us at 734-786-8401 or emailing info@growinghope.net. We request a suggested donation per event of $1-20 (unlessotherwise noted).

Urban Livestock 101: Learn to Raise Chickens & More in Your Yard!

Saturday, September 20, 9 am- 1 pm

Hoophouses Part 3: Putting the Plastic On Workday

Friday, September 26, 8 am- 2 pm

Preserving the Harvest: Canning & Freezing Demonstration
Saturday, October 4, 9 am- 1pm

Cold Frames & Season Extension: Learn to Grow Through the Winter
Sunday, October 12, 1-4 pm

Cook Fresh with the Family: Kids & Adults learn from Celebrity Chef Benjamin Meyer
Monday, October 13, 6-8 pm ($25 for child/adult team- space limited!)

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