Can I keep chickens in Danbury, CT?
No — Danbury does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Zoning Regulations § 4.G.6.a, verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Code section | Zoning Regulations § 4.G.6.a |
Danbury prohibits backyard chickens in residential zones. Poultry is only permitted on qualifying farms (minimum 5 acres) in the RA-80 zoning district via special exception. A July 2024 Planning Department staff report confirmed no amendment was adopted to allow chickens as household pets.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Danbury?
No — chickens are not allowed in Danbury (Zoning Regulations § 4.G.6.a).
Are roosters allowed in Danbury?
No — roosters are prohibited in Danbury.
What law covers backyard chickens in Danbury?
Zoning Regulations § 4.G.6.a. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Zoning Regulations § 4.G.6.a — read the official code
“Current § 4.G.6.a: the keeping of livestock and poultry shall not be permitted except in a farm in zoning districts where farming is specifically allowed as a use. Farms require special exception, only RA-80 district, minimum 5 acres. Planning Dept does not support proposed amendment to allow chickens as household pets.” 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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