Policy Database
Local Policy
Chicago,
Illinois
Establishing standards for animal slaughter and slaughterhouse construction, operation, and maintenence
Chi., Ill., Mun. Code of Chi., § 7-38-460 et seq. (2024).
Last Visited 3/31/26
Policy Summary
This law forbids animal slaughter anywhere other than a licensed slaughterhouse. It establishes notice requirements for new slaughterhouses, as well as guidelines for constructing, operating, and maintaining a slaughterhouse.
State
Illinois
Jurisdiction Name
Chicago
Jurisdiction Type
city
Population Size
over-800k
Food System Topics
- Urban Agriculture
- Agricultural Production
