Columbia Predators, rodents, insects and parasites ordinance (§ 5-95)
Chapter 5: Animals and Fowl · Article V. Chickens
In short: Chicken owners must act to reduce attracting predators and rodents and to prevent insect and parasite infestations. An animal control officer may remove chickens infested with insects or parasites that could create unhealthy conditions for people living nearby.
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The chicken owner shall take necessary action to reduce the attraction of predators and rodents and the potential infestation of insects and parasites. Chickens found to be infested with insects and parasites that may result in unhealthy conditions to human habitation may be removed by an animal control officer.
Official source: City of Columbia official Code of Ordinances (online): look up Sec. 5-95
Text from Supplement 139 (September 3, 2026).
Last checked November 1, 2026. The city's official copy controls; this page is a reading copy, not legal advice.