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Middletown Chicken Laws

Are chickens allowed in Middletown?No
How many chickens can you have?0
Can you have roosters in Middletown?No
Chicken coop placement rules:No official rules
Application process:Not applicable
More information:Middletown city code

Bad news for Middletown residents who want chickens: They’re not allowed in town.

In Middletown, Delaware, the guidelines for raising backyard chickens include the following.

  • Allowed chickens. Homeowners are not permitted to have chickens on their property.
  • Rooster limitations. Roosters are not allowed.
  • Coop placement and dimensions. Not applicable because chickens are not allowed.
  • Coop sanitation and maintenance. Not applicable because chickens are not allowed.
  • Permit requirements. In some rare cases, chickens and other farm animals may be allowed under special permits.
  • Adherence to health and safety rules. Not applicable because chickens are not allowed.

To guarantee that you are following current regulations, consult the most recent guidelines and contact the appropriate authorities in Middletown, Delaware, regarding backyard chicken keeping.

See other Delaware chicken ordinances.

Last updated: 4/26/24