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Green Bay Chicken Laws

Are chickens allowed in Green Bay?Yes
How many chickens can you have?4
Can you have roosters in Green Bay?No
Chicken coop placement rules:Coops at least 25 feet from other residential structures.
Application process:Permit required
More information:Green Bay Chicken License Application

Looking to start a chicken flock in Green Bay? Familiarize yourself with crucial guidelines for a flourishing flock.

  • Backyard chickens are allowed: Residents can keep backyard chickens in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
  • Maximum of 4 hens: Residents can have a maximum of four hens for chicken keeping in Green Bay.
  • Licensing requirement: Residents wishing to keep chickens in their backyard need a license. 
  • Roosters not allowed: However, roosters are prohibited within city limits. Only hens are allowed to be kept.
  • Structural requirements: Chickens must be housed within a designated structure such as a coop or a fenced area. This structure should be used exclusively for keeping chickens.
  • Distance regulations: The coop or fenced area must be positioned at least 25 feet away from any principal structure not owned by the individual licensed to possess the hens. 
  • Location restrictions: The coop or fenced area must be in the property’s backyard, rather than in the front or side yard.

Stay up to date with Green Bay’s dynamic backyard chicken regulations – get in touch with officials for the latest scoop.

See other Wisconsin chicken ordinances.

Last updated: 4/25/24