11/13/2025
Fall is here! Do you know what that means? Barn inspections!
Who needs a barn inspection?
-Anyone who has livestock/farm animals- chickens, turkeys, birds, goats, horses, pigs, etc
Is it required?
-Yes! Please see here for information as to why and what to expect ➡️ https://www.mass.gov/doc/annual-barn-inspection-the-why-who-and-what-to-expect/download
Who inspects?
-The Animal Inspector. There is currently myself (ACO & AI Desiree Roussin) and Elizabeth Heyward-Ortiz who is the main Animal Inspector that you most likely will be seeing
What we ask?
-Please be kind and respectful when we request to come on your property to inspect the animals. This IS mandatory and state law.
Elizabeth will be sending out a letter to all of the addresses that are already on our list. If you have any of the above animals and do not believe you are on our list (did not see us last year), please email Elizabeth at [email protected]
We will be asking for you to *schedule* a time for Elizabeth to come and inspect your property so she can make sure you are home and available. If you do not schedule a time for her to come by, she will be doing pop up visits.
If you have any questions, or would like to schedule a barn inspection, please email Elizabeth, or give her a call at 508.949.3883 option 2
