Are bees allowed? Yes. There are no regulations. (No digital citation as there is no code regarding honey bees.) See Additional notes below.
Does the City spray for mosquitos and can I opt out? The City sprays for mosquitos on its own property, therefore private citizens would not opt out. Author suggests this consideration for hive placement in adjacent areas.
If a nuisance was called: There is no code on which to found a nuisance complaint.
Additional notes: Updated contact information; no code changes – 2/11/2025.
There is no code. Email from Van Meeteren:
Recent State changes have required us to change our Home Occupation standards. However, the business aspect of producing the honey and selling it may still require approval from our Planning and Housing Department.
Link for Home Occupation as Permitted Use in all residential zones.
Contact: Sara Van Meeteren
Department: Inspection
Title: Building Official
Email: sara.vanmeeteren@cityofames.org
Phone: 515-239-5255
County: Story