Can I keep chickens in Acworth?
Yes — Acworth allows backyard chickens, up to 12 hens with no permit required. Roosters are prohibited, and coops must be at least 10 ft from neighboring lines/homes. (Acworth Code Sec. 14-15(c) (Ord. No. 2013-12, 4-18-2013), verified August 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | Yes |
|---|---|
| Maximum hens | 12 |
| Roosters | Prohibited |
| Permit required | No |
| Coop setback | 10 ft |
| Home slaughter | Not allowed |
| Coop rules | Hens must be kept in a covered enclosure and fenced area set back at least 10 feet from all property lines and no less than 25 feet from any residential structure on an adjacent property. Coops and feed must be secured at all times against rodents and pests and kept clean so as not to become a nuisance. |
| Code section | Acworth Code Sec. 14-15(c) (Ord. No. 2013-12, 4-18-2013) |
Acworth expressly permits backyard hens citywide under Sec. 14-15, with flock size tied to lot size: 3 hens up to 1 acre, 6 hens on 1.01 to 2 acres, 9 hens on 2.01 to 3 acres, and 12 hens above 3 acres. Roosters and crowing hens are prohibited, as is on-site slaughter of any animal. Coops must sit at least 10 feet from property lines and 25 feet from a neighboring home.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Acworth?
Yes — chickens are allowed in Acworth (Acworth Code Sec. 14-15(c) (Ord. No. 2013-12, 4-18-2013)).
How many chickens can I keep in Acworth?
Up to 12 hens. Tiered by lot size: 3 up to 43,560 sq ft; 6 up to 87,120 sq ft; 9 up to 130,680 sq ft.
Do I need a permit to keep chickens in Acworth?
No — no permit is required for the base allowance in Acworth.
Are roosters allowed in Acworth?
No — roosters are prohibited in Acworth.
How far must a chicken coop be from the property line in Acworth?
10 feet minimum. Hens must be kept in a covered enclosure and fenced area set back at least 10 feet from all property lines and no less than 25 feet from any residential structure on an adjacent property. Coops and feed must be secured at all times against rodents and pests and kept clean so as not to become a nuisance.
Can I slaughter chickens at home in Acworth?
No — slaughter is not permitted under Acworth's code.
What law covers backyard chickens in Acworth?
Acworth Code Sec. 14-15(c) (Ord. No. 2013-12, 4-18-2013). Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Acworth Code Sec. 14-15(c) (Ord. No. 2013-12, 4-18-2013) — read the official code
“Ordinance 2024-03 prohibits poultry” source
“It is permissible within the corporate limits of the City of Acworth to have goats, miniature pigs and backyard chickens if the following standards are met” source
“Total number of hens per lot shall be as follows: 0-1 acre lot = 3 hens 1.01-2 acre lot = 6 hens 2.01-3 acre lot = 9 hens 3.01 + acre lot = 12 hens” source
“No roosters or crowing hens are permitted.” source
Last verified August 9, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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