Ann Arbor, MI Animal Ordinances: Beekeeping (2026)

No person shall keep or possess an apiary containing more than 2 stands or hives of bees within the City of Ann Arbor, unless engaged in apiary education or research.

A violation of this section shall be a civil infraction, punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00.

(Ord. No. 21-28, § 5, 9-20-21)

9:40. - Traps. No person shall use a leghold, body-gripping, conibear, or snare trap within the city.

A violation of this section shall be a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00 or by imprisonment for not more than 90 days, or both.

(Ord. No. 21-28, § 6, 9-20-21)

9:41. - Injured animals. No person who has injured or killed a dog or cat with a motor vehicle shall fail to, as soon as possible, stop said vehicle and notify either the police or the owner of the animal.

A violation of this section shall be a civil infraction, punishable by a fine of not more than $500.00.

(Ord. No. 21-28, § 7, 9-20-21)

9:42. - Keeping of chickens or ducks. (1)Any person who keeps chickens or ducks in the city shall obtain a 6-bird permit from the city prior to acquiring the chickens or ducks. Written statements waiving the distance requirement in subsection (3) below are required for 6-bird permits and shall be submitted at the time of application and become a part of the permit if issued. Application shall be made to the City Clerk and the fee for the permit shall be as determined by Council resolution.