Rochester Code of Ordinances Chapter 3-5 governs duck permits. With a permit, up to 3 hens are allowed on any premise. A permit for up to 12 hen ducks may be issued if the applicant is involved in educational or instructional activity. An applicant must submit a letter of request with the permit application explaining how the need for the greater number of ducks is directly related to the educational or instructional activity. Drakes are not permitted.
Permit applications must be submitted with a scaled diagram indicating the location of any duck coop and run, and will be reviewed by City staff for compliance with the regulations in the ordinance. The City Council must approve the application before a permit is issued.
For more information, visit: Animal Licensing
To apply for a permit, visit: Chicken or Duck Permit Application
