Homer Glen outlines guidelines for keeping chickens

Before acquiring baby chicks or a chicken coop, residents are advised to contact the Building Department at 708-301-1301 or visit the website homerglenil.org to ensure compliance with local regulations. The guidelines include verifying the correct residential zoning district, adhering to a limit of no more than four poultry per residential lot, ensuring all poultry is kept in an enclosed area, and meeting all property line setback requirements.