Can I keep chickens in Orlando, FL?
Yes — Orlando allows backyard chickens, up to 4 hens with a required permit/registration. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 20 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (6.19, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 4 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | Yes ($57) |
| Coop setback | 20 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Chickens in covered coop, chicken tractor or fenced pen at all times. Hardware cloth required. Coop cleaned regularly, kept free of insects/rodents. Single-family residence only. |
| Code section | 6.19 |
Orlando allows 4 female chickens per single-family residence with permit and mandatory UF/IFAS training. Permit fee $57. No roosters, no commercial use, no slaughter.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Orlando?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Orlando (6.19).
How many chickens can I keep in Orlando?
Up to 4 hens.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Orlando?
Yes — Orlando requires a permit or registration before keeping chickens (fee: $57).
Are roosters allowed in Orlando?
No — roosters are prohibited in Orlando.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Orlando?
20 feet minimum. Chickens in covered coop, chicken tractor or fenced pen at all times. Hardware cloth required. Coop cleaned regularly, kept free of insects/rodents. Single-family residence only.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Orlando?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Orlando's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Orlando?
6.19. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
6.19 — read the official code
“Any person keeping chickens as an accessory to an occupied dwelling shall be subject to the following restrictions: Up to four chickens may be kept at an occupied single family residence upon receiving a permit from the City” source
Last verified June 12, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code.
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