Wildlife Feeding: Columbus vs Grove City

Columbus does not have a blanket ban on feeding songbirds or backyard birds, but intentionally feeding deer, raccoons, feral cats in large colonies, and other nuisance wildlife can trigger a nuisance citation under the city's health and zoning chapters. The Ohio Division of Wildlife regulates feeding statewide.

Grove City prohibits feeding of deer and other wildlife that creates a nuisance or attracts pests. Intentional deer feeding within city limits may also violate Ohio Division of Wildlife rules during chronic wasting disease response periods.