Smyrna Delaware Chicken Ordinance
| Are Chickens Allowed in this location | Yes |
| Max Chickens Allowed | AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT ONLY |
| Roosters Allowed | Yes |
| Permit Required | No |
| Coop Restrictions | 200 Feet from property line. Sanitation and noise ordinances apply. |
| City/Organization Contact name | http://www.smyrna.delaware.gov/ http://www.smyrna.delaware.gov/DocumentView.aspx?DID=336 |
| Additional Information | 1. Agricultural district A. The regulations of this district are intended to accommodate agricultural land uses and related activities including nonfarm residences at a very low density. The agricultural district will also provide a land reserve for future development. a. [Permitted uses.] The following uses are permitted: (1) Farms, provided that no poultry or livestock other than pets shall be housed or confined within 200 feet of any district boundary. Fox, mink and hog farms shall be prohibited. Slaughter houses shall also be prohibited. |
| Link for more Information | http://library5.municode.com/default-test/home.htm?infobase=12853&doc_action=whatsnew |
| Information Last Updated | 2010-04-07 10:35:25 |
NOTE: This information was submitted by a member of our chicken forum. Please make sure to double check that this information is accurate before you proceed with raising chickens. Learn more about local chicken laws and ordinances.
