Ogden, Utah — Ogden City Council has passed an ordinance that will allow backyard chickens in the city.
The Standard-Examiner reports the city council approved the ordinance in a 4-3 vote on Tuesday.
The ordinance had overwhelming support from residents who came to speak on it at the meeting.
Ogden residents will be allowed up to six chickens in owner-occupied homes with at least 2,000 square feet (186 sq. meters) of open backyard space under the ordinance.