Can I keep chickens in Milbank, SD?
No — Milbank does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (§ 13.04.010, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | § 13.04.010 |
Milbank published animal ordinances address only dogs and cats. No section addressing fowl, chickens, or livestock was found in any available primary source. The city code is current through Ordinance 848 (July 2023) on American Legal Publishing, but the fowl question remains unresolved.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Milbank?
No — chickens are not allowed in Milbank (§ 13.04.010).
What law covers backyard chickens in Milbank?
§ 13.04.010. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
§ 13.04.010 — read the official code
“Poultry is classified as livestock and is prohibited within city limits (§ 13.04.010, Milbank Nuisance Ordinance)” source
Last verified June 15, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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