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Gwinnett approves bees, delays decision on backyard chickens
It was a mixed victory Tuesday for Gwinnett's urban farmers, who now have extended opportunities to raise bees, but still cannot have backyard chickens in residential neighborhoods.
The chickens will be reconsidered next month, after Gwinnett’s leaders have a chance to do more research on a proposed ordinance that would allow up to 10 hens on property that was not zoned for agriculture.
The beekeeping ordinance, which passed, allows for two hives per 10,000 square feet.
About the Author
Arielle Kass covers Gwinnett County for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. She started at the paper in 2010, and has covered business and local government beats around metro Atlanta. Arielle is a graduate of Emory University.
