10-17-3 Hives on Residential Lots

1. As provided in this ordinance, an apiary, consisting of not more than five (5) hives or an equivalent capacity may be maintained in a side yard or the rear yard of any residential lot. On a residential lot which is larger one-half (0.5) acre or larger, the number of hives located on the lot may be increased to ten (10) hives. The placement of any more hives than indicated here will be considered a use beyond basic residential and requires a review by the city council and a Conditional Use Permit. 2. A person shall not locate or allow a hive on property owned or occupied by another person without first obtaining written permission from the owner or occupant. 3. Hive placement must be at least fifteen (15) from any road or sidewalk. 4. Hives may not be placed within fifty (50) yards of any school. 5. Proposed hive placement will be made to the City Planning and Zoning commission, showing the proposed location in accordance with item two (2) above. Upon commission review, if the hives meet the requirements of the items above, the commission will grant the application and the applicant may place the hives.