Can I keep chickens in McKees Rocks, PA?
No — McKees Rocks does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Ch. 245 (Animal Control), Section 245-9, verified July 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | Ch. 245 (Animal Control), Section 245-9 |
McKees Rocks Borough's Animal Control chapter (adopted 2020) expressly makes it unlawful to keep any livestock, including chickens or other barnyard fowl, pigeons or doves, anywhere in the borough. Backyard chickens are not permitted.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in McKees Rocks?
No — chickens are not allowed in McKees Rocks (Ch. 245 (Animal Control), Section 245-9).
What law covers backyard chickens in McKees Rocks?
Ch. 245 (Animal Control), Section 245-9. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Ch. 245 (Animal Control), Section 245-9 — read the official code
“It shall be unlawful for any person to own, keep or maintain upon any property within the Borough any livestock, such as horses, mules, cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, chickens or other barnyard fowl, pigeons or doves of any kind.” source
Last verified July 5, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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