Can I keep chickens in Dearborn Heights, MI?
No — Dearborn Heights does not allow backyard chickens in residential zones. (Dearborn Heights Code Sec. 6-66, verified August 2026)
The full rules
| Chickens allowed | No |
|---|---|
| Code section | Dearborn Heights Code Sec. 6-66 |
Dearborn Heights explicitly prohibits keeping chickens and domestic fowl in residential areas. Only dogs, cats, canaries, and small household pets are permitted.
Common questions
Can I keep chickens in Dearborn Heights?
No — chickens are not allowed in Dearborn Heights (Dearborn Heights Code Sec. 6-66).
What law covers backyard chickens in Dearborn Heights?
Dearborn Heights Code Sec. 6-66. Read the official text at the source linked on this page.
The actual law
Dearborn Heights Code Sec. 6-66 — read the official code
“No person shall keep or house any animals or domestic fowl within the city except dogs, cats, canaries, or small animals typically kept as household pets” source
“No person shall keep or house any animals or domestic fowl within the city except dogs, cats, canaries or small animals commonly classified as pets which are customarily kept or housed inside dwellings as household pets.” source
Last verified August 30, 2026. Always confirm with your municipality — HOA rules can be stricter than city code. How we verify →
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