A. Apiary Maintenance: All beekeeping equipment shall be kept in good condition and unused equipment must be secured from weather, potential theft or vandalism. No bee comb, wax or other materials shall be left upon the grounds of the apiary, which might encourage disturbance or robbing by wildlife or domestic animals. Beekeepers shall promptly store or dispose of any bee comb, wax or other materials which have been removed from the hive in a sealed container or within a building or other bee proof enclosure.
B. Type Of Hives: All colonies must be kept in "inspect accessible" type hives with removable frames or comb, which must be kept in sound and usable condition.
C. Water: A convenient and adequate source of water must be available on the lot at all times as long as the colonies remain active outside the hive. The purpose of this requirement is to prevent bees from congregating at swimming pools, faucets, pet water bowls, birdbaths or other water sources where they may cause human, bird, or domestic pet contact. The water shall be maintained so as not to become stagnant.
D. Record Keeping: Beekeepers shall maintain records of colony maintenance and monitoring of hive health. These records are to be made available to the Village upon request.
E. Limits On Nucleus Or Nuc Colonies: Beekeepers may create and maintain up to two nucleus or nuc colonies for purposes of managing their beehive population and queen bee health. (Ord. 3666, 11-27-2017)