A. Hives shall be at least 30 feet away from a property line, with the hive(s) entrance(s) facing away from or parallel to the nearest property line.

B. Beekeeping privileges may be withdrawn from any property by written notification to the property owner by the Gig Harbor city council. Withdrawal must be done with cause; however, the cause need not be the fault of the beekeeper, nor be a factor that is under the control of the beekeeper. Any condition or combination of circumstances which the city council determines jeopardizes, endangers or otherwise constitutes an actual or potential menace to public health or safety will constitute valid cause to withdraw the beekeeping privileges on any property. The procedure for the withdrawal of beekeeping privileges is set forth in GHMC 6.14.070.

C. A consistent source of water shall be provided as appropriate at the apiary. This requirement is intended to discourage bee visitation at swimming pools, hose bibs, animal watering sources, bird baths, or where people congregate. (Ord. 961 § 1, 2004. Formerly 6.10.040).