Idaho Bills

Amends existing law to provide a definition for “small-scale livestock”.

The purpose of this legislation is to amend Section 22-1002 of the Idaho Code to incorporate a definition for "small-scale livestock" as part of Idaho’s urban agriculture framework. This definition clarifies the ownership, care, and raising of animals in limited numbers for personal use, small-scale production, or educational purposes within urban, suburban, and small rural properties. By defining "small-scale livestock," the bill aims to: • Provide consistency and clarity in local regulations governing urban and suburban livestock. • Support responsible urban farming practices, ensuring they align with public health and safety standards and local ordinances. • Encourage good practices while balancing community concerns such as sanitation, noise control, and property use. This bill also acknowledges the broader role of urban farming in food security, education, and community development while maintaining appropriate local oversight.

Amends and adds to existing law to provide for residential chicken ownership.

Thislegislationsupportsurbanagriculturebypermittingresidentialpropertyownerstopasturechickens(genus Gallus) while allowing local regulations to ensure community standards. It promotes local food production, protects property rights, and addresses food security in urban areas. This legislation excludes multifamily units andpropertiesalreadygovernedbyagriculturalzoningandsingle-familyresidencesonlotssmallthan.25acres. This legislation does not override city, county or local ordinances.