Livestock: Detroit vs Livonia
How do livestock rules compare between Detroit, MI and Livonia, MI?
Detroit and Livonia have similar restriction levels.
Detroit, MI
Wayne County
Detroit Urban Agriculture Ordinance (Chapter 61, 2013) allows urban farming but prohibits keeping of most livestock in residential zones. Chickens (hens) allowed on approved urban agriculture parcels only.
View full Detroit rules →Livonia, MI
Wayne County
Livonia prohibits traditional livestock such as cattle, horses, goats, pigs, and sheep on residentially zoned lots, with Michigan Right to Farm Act offering limited protections for commercial agriculture.
View full Livonia rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Detroit | Livonia |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinance | Detroit Urban Ag. (Ch. 61, 2013) | - |
| Hens | Allowed on urban farm parcels | - |
| Roosters | Prohibited | - |
| Right-to-Farm Act | Does not preempt city zoning | - |
| Livestock on residential | - | Prohibited |
| Goats/sheep/pigs | - | Not allowed |
| Horses | - | Prohibited in residential |
| Right to Farm Act | - | MCL 286.471 (commercial only) |
| GAAMPs | - | Generally Accepted Ag Practices |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Detroit FAQ
Livonia FAQ
Can I keep a miniature goat as a pet?
No. Miniature goats are still classified as livestock and are not permitted on residential lots in Livonia.
Does Right to Farm Act help me keep chickens?
Only if you run a bona fide commercial farm following GAAMPs, which is generally not feasible on standard suburban lots.
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