Palos Park Looks Into Possible Chicken Coop Ordinance

does not currently have an ordinance regarding backyard chicken coops on the books, but that could soon change. 

As home chicken coops have become something of a trend across the country, Palos Park commissioners voted Monday to direct the Plan Commission to examine the issue.

While chicken coops may not have riled up many residents up to this point, the issue is one that could arise in the future.

"It would be prudent to ge ahead of the curve," said Building Commissioner Darryl Reed.

This is just the first step in what could be a long process. Village Board members did not detail their own personal positions on the issue, and simply opened the door to further discussion.

However, just because there is not an ordinance on the books, doesn't mean chickens aren't calling Palos Park home.

"There have been and presently are chicken coops in Palos Park," Reed said.  

Do you think chickens have a place in residential neighborhoods?