6. Failure to comply with all conditions of approval or County, State, or Federal

Board of Adjustment Regular Meeting · 2026-05-12 · agenda_item

The Board of Adjustment for Highlands County is reviewing a request for a special exception. The applicant seeks to keep up to two caged hens on their property. This request includes a reduced setback of 12 feet 10 inches from the side property line and 16 feet 2 inches from the rear property line for the chicken coop. The applicant is seeking this exception to resolve a current code enforcement issue related to having one hen and previously a rooster. The existing coop is a 4-foot by 6-foot shed-like structure located within current setback requirements. This item is currently under review by the Board of Adjustment. The project involves addressing existing structures and potentially modifying them to meet new setback requirements. This could involve site preparation, minor construction, and landscaping services. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor this review process as it progresses, as early engagement before final permits are issued could offer a competitive advantage.

number of caged hens

2

reduced side property line setback

12 feet 10 inches

reduced rear property line setback

16 feet 2 inches

existing coop dimensions

4 foot by 6-foot