For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
BANTAM CHICKEN. A smaller breed of chicken than "gallus domesticus" chickens.
CHICKEN. Female poultry or fowl that is a member of the species "gallus domesticus."
CHICKEN COOP. See HEN HOUSE.
CHICKEN PEN. See CHICKEN RUN.
CHICKEN RUN. A fenced-in or other type of enclosure that is mostly open to the elements, for the purpose of allowing chickens to leave the hen house or coop while remaining in a predator-safe environment. The chicken run or pen is attached to the hen house and/or chicken coop.
DOMESTICATED CHICKEN. See CHICKEN.
FLOCK. The group of chickens held at each property. Each individual property shall be considered its own FLOCK.
HEN. See CHICKEN.
HENHOUSE. A structure providing shelter for chickens which is completely enclosed and predator resistant that is thoroughly ventilated, provides adequate sun light and shade and all-season protection from the elements, designed to be easily accessed and cleaned by the owner.
ROOSTER. Male poultry or fowl.
(Ord. 293-2022, passed 1-9-2023)