Will County amended its zoning ordinance in 2018 (Ordinance 18-192) to address beekeeping as an accessory use. In R-2A, R-3, and R-4 districts, beekeeping may be approved as a special use on lots of at least 12,500 sq ft. A 25-foot setback from adjacent dwellings is required for structures housing bees. Illinois Bees and Apiaries Act (510 ILCS 20) requires state registration.
Will County may regulate residential beekeeping through zoning and nuisance ordinances. Where allowed, hive counts are typically limited (2 to 4 per residential lot). Hives must meet setback requirements from property lines. Flyway barriers may be required. Water source must be provided. The Illinois Department of Agriculture oversees apiary inspection and registration. Illinois has a strong beekeeping community and supportive state policies. HOAs may restrict beekeeping.
Unauthorized hives: removal order. Nuisance complaints: fines $50 to $250. Unregistered apiaries: state penalties.
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