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1. Can I have a horse or or similar livestock on my property?

The keeping of a horse, sheep, cows or similar livestock that is not park of a farm is allowed if the lot area is at least two acres in size. For each additional animal, a additional one-third acre is required. A maximum of five such animals are allowed.

2. Can I have a chicken or a similar small fowl on my property?

The keeping of of ducks, geese, chickens, pigeons, or similar small fowl is allowed provided the total is no greater than 12. No commercial enterprise shall be operated.  

3. What are the permit fee amounts?

The permit fee schedule has been adopted under section 5-19 of the Bristol Code of Ordinance. Bristol Code of Ordinance 5-19

4. What times can I apply for a permit?

As the permitting system is on-line, a permit can be applied for at any time. 

5. What is “blight”?

Blight is defined as “conditions that include, but are not limited to the following: structural deterioration, lack of maintenance, infestation, fire hazards, accumulating refuse on private property, storage of two or more unregistered vehicles (junk yard) and unsanitary conditions.” The sections of the city ordinance which deals with these issues are listed under Article V sections 5-46 through 5-58.

6. How can I make a code enforcement (zoning, blight, tall grass) complaint?

To register a complaint regarding the condition of a property, call our main number (860) 584-6215. You may also contact the zoning enforcement officer or building official via email. See the Staff Directory for details. An anonymous complaint cannot be accepted.