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Beekeeping Ordinance Summary <br /> <br />Vadnais <br />Heights <br />- Beekeeping is considered a Conditional Use in Residential Districts <br />- Permitted density of colonies ranges from 2 colonies to 8 colonies <br />based on acreage <br />- Rear yards only <br />- 50 foot setback from any adjacent homes <br />- 20 foot setback from the property line <br />- Removable frames must be kept in good condition <br />- Comb must be stored outside with a closed lid container <br />- Sale is not permitted - Conditional Use Permit required <br />White Bear <br />Lake <br />- Limited to single- and two-family residential properties <br />- Maximum of 4 colonies <br />- Removable frames must be kept in good condition, not exceeding 20 <br />cubic feet in volume <br />- A water source is required within 10 feet of each colony <br />- Materials must be disposed of in a sealed bee proof and vermin <br />proof container <br />- Selling is not permitted, unless a home occupation permit is <br />obtained <br />- 10 foot setback from the property lines <br />- 25 foot setback from any adjacent home <br />- Not permitted in front yard <br />- If hive is located within 20 feet from a property line, then a flyaway <br />barrier of at least six feet in height, is required <br />- If the adjoining property is undeveloped, with no trails within 20 feet <br />of the property line, no flyaway barrier is required <br />- Each hive must be equipped with a "Warning: Bee Hive" sign, <br />consisting of letters at least 4 inches tall. <br />- A license is required, lasting 5 years <br />- Renters must have owner's written <br />consent <br />- Notification mailed to homes within <br />100 feet of the property. <br />- Must complete a beekeeper training <br />- Must have proof of liability <br />insurance of at least $100,000 <br />