Can I keep chickens in Stratford, CT?
Yes — Stratford allows backyard chickens with no permit required. (Zoning § 4.4.4.C (eff. 1-1-2025), verified June 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Permit required | No |
| Minimum lot size | 5,000 sq ft |
| Coop rules | Chickens must be confined in a building at all times. The livestock and poultry housing building must be at least 100 ft from any property line. No manure or dust-producing fertilizer stored in open. |
| Code section | Zoning § 4.4.4.C (eff. 1-1-2025) |
Stratford allows chickens on lots of at least 5,000 sq ft at a ratio of up to 12 birds per 5,000 sq ft of lot area under the 2025 Zoning Regulations (§ 4.4.4.C, effective January 1, 2025). Chickens must be confined in a building. The housing building must be at least 100 ft from any property line.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Stratford?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Stratford (Zoning § 4.4.4.C (eff. 1-1-2025)).
How many chickens can I keep in Stratford?
It depends on your lot. 12 chickens or pigeons per 5,000 sq ft of lot area; all must be confined in building; housing building must be at least 100 ft from any property line.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Stratford?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Stratford.
Is there a minimum lot size for chickens in Stratford?
Yes — 5,000 sq ft.
What law covers backyard chickens in Stratford?
Zoning § 4.4.4.C (eff. 1-1-2025). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Zoning § 4.4.4.C (eff. 1-1-2025) — read the official code
“Notwithstanding the above restrictions, chickens or pigeons may be kept on any lot that is at least 5,000 square feet in area, at the rate of not more than 12 birds for each 5,000 square feet of lot area, provided they shall be confined in a building. The portion of a building used for the housing and shelter of livestock shall be at least 100 feet from any property line.” 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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