Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Farm Zoning Checklist
A checklist for checking zoning before buying or using farmland. It helps confirm that the planned farm activities are allowed on the parcel before money is spent.
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What is on this checklist
- Parcel zoning designation
- Allowed agricultural uses
- Rules on farm stands and sales
- Rules on livestock keeping
- Rules on buildings and setbacks
- Rules on events or agritourism
- Variance process contact
- Written confirmation from the planning office
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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