Under the revised ordinance, beekeeping is permitted in all non-agricultural residential zoning districts under certain conditions, including, but not limited to, the following: honeybees may not be kept on lots less than 10,000 square feet; no more than two colonies or hives with only two swarms are allowed per 10,000 square feet; hives must be marked or identified to notify visitors; hives may not exceed 20 feet in volume; and hives must contain a constant supply of water.

The attached document includes the changes to the ordinance approved by commissioners on June 23.

Please note that Gwinnett County Government does not enforce homeowners’ association covenants; however, we recommend that you check with your homeowners' association to find out if your covenants permit beekeeping.