Local Chicken Laws
What are the laws regarding keeping chickens in my city?
Chicken laws can vary by city, county, neighborhood, and homeowners association, so it is important to check your local rules before ordering chicks.
Check your local poultry laws
The rules for keeping chickens are different depending on where you live. Some cities allow backyard chickens, while others may limit the number of birds, restrict roosters, require permits, or have coop placement rules.
Before placing an order, we recommend checking with your local city office, county office, zoning department, neighborhood association, or HOA.
Things to ask about
Helpful chicken law resource
For a helpful resource on checking various city laws regarding keeping poultry, you can visit the article below:
Local rules can change
Online resources can be helpful, but they may not always be fully up to date. Your local city, county, zoning office, or HOA is the best place to confirm the current rules for your exact location.
We recommend confirming your local poultry laws before ordering so you know what is allowed in your area.