| Are chickens allowed in Mableton? | Yes |
| How many chickens can you have? | 1 per 5,000 sq. ft. on lots less than 2 acres |
| Can you have roosters in Mableton? | No (on lots less than 2 acres) |
| Chicken coop placement rules: | Coops in rear yard and 25 feet from lot lines and other homes. |
| Application process: | No permit required |
| More information: | Cobb County Code |
Your property size will determine your ability to keep chickens in Mableton, as well as how many you can have.
Backyard chicken keeping in Mableton is subject to the following rules:
- Adherence to Cobb County regulations. Mableton is an unincorporated community in Cobb County, so regulations for backyard chickens fall under the jurisdiction of Cobb County ordinances.
- Zoning compliance. Check with the Cobb County Zoning Department to determine whether your property is located within a zone that allows for backyard chickens.
- No roosters allowed. Roosters are not permitted on properties under 2 acres within the community to minimize noise disturbances.
- Limit on the number of chickens. You may have one chicken per 5,000 square feet if your property is less than 2 acres.
- Coop specifications. Chicken coops must be located in the backyard, at least 25 feet away from the nearest neighbor’s dwelling and 25 feet away from side or rear property lines.
- Safe and clean living conditions. Coops must be well-ventilated, clean, and dry, helping to prevent health hazards or nuisances.
- Chicken confinement. Chickens should be kept within a secure coop or enclosed area at all times to prevent them from straying onto neighboring properties.
- No commercial sales. The selling of eggs or meat from backyard chickens is not permitted within the community.
For the most up-to-date information on backyard chicken keeping in Mableton, Georgia, contact the appropriate local authorities in Cobb County.
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Last updated: 4/26/24