Setbacks for factory hog factories from homes, schools, churches, hospitals, and businesses should be at least one mile to protect public health and property values. Gases emanating from hog cesspools, such as ammonia and hydrogen sulfide, cause respiratory and other problems. People living near hog factories have complained about increased instances of allergies, asthma attacks, bronchitis, sinus problems, depression, headaches, vomiting, and loss of energy. The proximity of hog factories to homes can result in reduced property values. Hog factories attract flies.
Infestations can occur within a two mile radius of a hog factory.
One person living near a hog factory reported having to vacuum large amounts of flies off their walls. Another reported seeing walls outside their home covered with flies. The state's Solid Waste Management Board and Water Pollution Control Board will review the regulations for hog factories. Indiana statute requires all three environmental boards to consider air quality and water quality in the surrounding area, as well as uses of land. Clearly, hog factories threaten reasonable enjoyment of life and property.