Philadelphia Chicken Laws

Are chickens allowed in Philadelphia?	Yes
How many chickens can you have?	6
Can you have roosters in Philadelphia?	No
Chicken coop placement rules:	At least three feet from the property line and at least 10 feet from any residential building
Application process:	N/A
More information:	Philly Magazine

Philly is a pretty solid city for backyard chicken enthusiasts. Here are the laws related to backyard chicken keeping in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania:

• The city of Philadelphia allows residents to keep chickens in their backyard, as long as certain regulations are followed.
• The maximum number of chickens that can be kept on a property is six.
• Roosters are not allowed to be kept on residential properties.
• The coop must be located at least three feet from the property line and at least 10 feet from any residential building.
• The coop must be properly ventilated and cleaned regularly to prevent odors and pests.
• Chickens must have access to an enclosed area for exercise and be provided with adequate food and water.
• The slaughtering of chickens is not allowed on residential properties in Philadelphia.
• Violations of these regulations can result in fines or the revocation of chicken-keeping privileges.

Note: It’s important to check with your local government and homeowner’s association for any additional regulations or restrictions on backyard chicken keeping in your specific neighborhood.

See other Pennsylvania chicken ordinances.

Last updated: 4/27/24