🐕 Major Pet Ownership Changes Coming?
Rossland Council is considering a complete overhaul of animal control rules that would affect every pet owner in the city.
🗓️ Sept 15 Council Meeting
From new licensing requirements to stricter leash laws and fines up to $500, these changes could reshape how you care for your pets.
This replaces the entire 2020 Animal Control Bylaw
🔄 Current 2020 bylaw needs updating for clarity and enforcement
📋 Staff want to align with provincial legislation and best practices
🏛️ Consolidates all animal control rules into one comprehensive framework
⚖️ Based on BC SPCA Model Animal Responsibility Bylaw guidelines
🎯 Aims to improve public safety and animal welfare standards
🏷️ ALL dogs over 4 months must be licensed annually (expires Dec 31)
🔗 Mandatory leashing in Downtown Core and designated Leash Areas
🚫 Dogs banned from ALL city parks, schools, and pool areas
💰 License fees set in upcoming City Fees and Charges Bylaw
🐕 Maximum 4 dogs per property (with some exceptions)
🐓 UP TO 15 HENS allowed in residential areas with strict coop rules
🚫 NO ROOSTERS unless on agricultural property
🏠 Minimum space requirements: 0.5m² indoor + 0.9m² outdoor per hen
🔇 Must not create noise, odor, or wildlife issues
⛔ No slaughter or burial of chickens on residential property
Should Council approve these sweeping animal control changes affecting licensing, leash laws, park access, enforcement powers, and backyard chickens?
🗺️ What’s Next:
- First Reading at Sept 15 Council meeting
- Public input period before final readings
- If approved, replaces 2020 Animal Control Bylaw
🏢 Get Involved:
- Attend Council meeting
- Submit written feedback to City
- Contact your councillors
This is your chance to weigh in before these rules become law!